Herbert Lee Matlock of Colbert, Oklahoma passed away June 13, 2026, at the age of 93
years, 10 months, and 1 day. Herb was born August 12, 1932, in Golden, Oklahoma to
his parents, Charles "Shorty" and Mae Thomas Matlock.

Herb served in the US Air Force from 1947 - 1951 during the Korean Conflict.
On June 14, 1950, he married Mary Jo McPhail. They were married 74 years until her
passing in October 2024.

After serving in the military Herb worked for the US Department of Defense for NATO in
France. He then transferred to Tinker Air Force Base and finally to the US Department
of Transportation where he worked for the Federal Aviation Administration.

After retirement Herb was co - owner of the Valliant (Challenger) Leader News, worked
for KEDDO and served on the Little Dixie Board of Trustees as well as the Oklahoma
Governor's Council on Economic Development. In 2012 he received the Presidential Award for Volunteer Service.

Herb's real joy in life was spending time with his grandchildren and family. He also
enjoyed raising and racing horses and being a cattleman. He loved feeding the catfish
in his pond and driving his John Deere Gator around. Herb was an avid Oklahoma
Sooners fan, who always said he "bled crimson and cream". He was one of the oldest
members of the Sooner Scoop forum where he closely followed Sooners football. He
began watching his brothers in law play football at Oklahoma in 1951 and continued that
tradition for over 7 decades. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Valliant, OK.
Herb served as mayor of Garvin for several years and was active in local politics. He
always had a knowledgeable word to share for advice when needed. Herb's sense of
humor and wisdom will be missed immensely by his family.

Herb was preceded in death by his wife, and sons Mike and Randy. And his sisters,
Earnestine Warhurst, Charlene Bull and Vonda Allen.

He is survived by sons Greg, and Terry and wife Kerrey. Grandsons Jeremy and wife
Jessica, Trevor and wife Bailee, Taylor and wife Miranda. His granddaughters Amy
Bagley, Kerrigan and husband Daniel Key. He is also survived by six great - grandsons,
Jon, Preston, Bryce, Josh, Brian and Creedyn. Three great- granddaughters, Adeline,
Vallee and Mae. And one sister, Sue Gilliland. And a host of nieces, nephews, and
friends.

A graveside service will be held Friday, June 26, 2026, 2:00pm, at the Garvin Cemetery. The service will be officiated by Brother Mike Mings.

Services arranged by American Funeral Services, Colbert, OK.