Graveside service for Robert Dupler will be at 1:30 pm Friday, May 5, 2017 at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Lawton.

Burial with military honors will be under the direction of Becker-Rabon Funeral Home.

Robert Dupler, 86, Lawton passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2017 in Lawton.  He was born June 10, 1930 in Cache to Lawton Arnold and Lola Bell (Beville) Dupler.  The first of 12 children, Bob had his work cut out for him early on looking out for his younger siblings and being a great example for them all.  He joined the US Army in 1949 and served in the Korean War where he earned the Bronze Star Medal.  He married Loretta M. Slatten on November 9, 1952.  She preceded him in death in February of 2016.  She was the love of his life and our Big Sister!  We loved her too.  He and Loretta had a son Wendall who was born January 9, 1961.  Wendall was a special needs child whom Bob and Loretta dedicated themselves to his care until his passing on October 10, 1989.  Bob worked in construction with his father and brother David constructing multiple buildings in this area.  He later worked for Wicker Construction until his retirement.  He enjoyed fishing (a lot), golf, gardening, neighbors and was always ready to help anyone who was in need.

He is survived by his 2 brothers; Glen Dupler and wife Judy of Van Alstyne, TX, Daniel Dupler of North Richland Hills, TX, 3 sisters; Betty Holloway of Royce City, TX, Judy Johnson of Watauga, TX, Nancy Roach of Cache, OK, brother-in-law Jim Slatten and wife Vicki of Cache, OK, 3 sisters-in-law; Dortha Prater of Cache, OK, Marthella Daubenspeck of Duncan, Margie Clark of Duncan and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son, 5 brothers; Roy, Carl, Jerry, Dale and David, his sister Patricia and 2 brothers-in-law; Glen Slatten and William Slatten.

Memorial contributions may be made to: St. Jude's Medical Research for Children, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105