Wiley Allen Chandler

Wiley Chandler went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2024, at the age of 81 in Oklahoma City, OK. Wiley was a devoted husband, father, and brother.  He shared the gospel and taught the Bible in Sunday School classes, jail ministry, and numerous Bible Studies through the years. His greatest passion was teaching and mentoring young people and helping them grow in their faith. He earned a Masters in Education and was a teacher of Industrial Arts for 40 years at Hefner Middle School. Beyond his professional life, Wiley was a talented woodworker, carpenter, and leather craftsman. 

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Karolyn, his daughter, Michelle, his son Johnny and wife, Peggy. He is also survived by his sisters: Kathy Martin, Christy Flick, and Paula Ingram. Wiley is preceded in death by his father, Allen Chandler, and mother, Fern Bridges. 

 A visitation will be held at Smith & Kernke funeral home Monday, October 28, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Crossings Community Church Chapel in Oklahoma City, OK.

 In lieu of flowers, donations in his honor are to be made to Crossings Community Church Building fund or the Bible League International.

To watch the service online, please click the link below. 

Wiley Chandler Memorial Service at Crossings Community Church