Donald Frank Newberry Sr., aged 84, of Tulsa, spent the final hours of his earthly journey surrounded by his family, and peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Mobley-Groesbeck Funeral Service of Sand Springs.

A funeral service celebrating Don's life will take place at 10 a.m. on Thursday, February 1st, at Kirk of The Hills Church, with Aaron Elmore officiating. Viewing will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, January 31st, from noon until 8 p.m. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Don was born on January 7th, 1940, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Tulsa in 1962 and continued his education by obtaining a law degree from Citrus Belt Law School in Riverside, California. Don's career was a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit, marked by diverse successes in sales and as the proud owner-operator of P.J. Newberry Office Supply. His passion for his work was evident in the numerous accomplishments he achieved and the lasting impact he made on his family and others fortunate enough to know him.

Beyond his professional life, Don was a dedicated family man who cherished his loved ones dearly. His interests were broad and varied, from a love of reading to the skilled restoration and refurbishment of old furniture. He followed college football and basketball with great enthusiasm, finding joy in the games, regardless of the teams competing.

Don's love story with Pat began at the University of Tulsa, where they first met. In 1964, they were united in marriage at Sequoyah Hills Baptist Church. Together, they built a family and shared a lifetime of cherished memories.

He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Jean Newberry, and their two sons, Tulsa County Court Clerk, Don Newberry and wife, Christa; Senator Dan Newberry and wife, Laura; and daughters, Misty Basey and husband, Larry, Jinny Enkey and husband David. Don leaves behind a legacy of fifteen grandchildren: Austin Donoho, Kagen Donoho, Daniel Newberry, Heidi Davis, Seth Fry, Claire Newberry, Paige Newberry, Alex Newberry, Eva Newberry, William Enkey, David Andrew Enkey, Sparrow Enkey, Michael Enkey, Ivory Enkey, and Buddy James. Additionally, he is survived by three great-grandchildren: Teddy Donoho, Vivi Donoho, and Wyat Davis.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Hazel Newberry, and sister, Joan Margaret Howard Sowers.

The family deeply appreciates the outpouring of support and condolences during this difficult time as they gather to celebrate and remember the life of a remarkable man.