Michael Gene

Walden, Sr.

Michael "Mike" Gene Walden, Sr., 74, of Blanchard, died Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his home. The son of Clifford and Faye Erma Dean (Smith) Walden, he was born on September 5, 1951, in LeFlore County.

Michael Gene Walden married Debra Denise (Jenner) Walden on September 27, 1968, in Gainesville, Texas. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Clifford and Faye Erma Dean (Smith) Walden; wife Debra Denise (Jenner) Walden; and brother Jimmy and wife Tammy Walden.

Mike is survived by his  two sons, Ronnie Walden and his wife, Lisa, of Blanchard and Michael Walden Jr. and his wife, Lara, of Blanchard; grandchildren, Siara Walden, Taelor Bulmer, Katelyn Walden, Nikki Walden, and Jentri Warren; great grandchildren, Slayden Stephens, Saylor Stephens, Austyn Hale, Isabella Walden, Lilah McGlasson, Riggs McGlasson, and Leon Milligan; siblings Norman and late wife Diane, Dean and wife Shelly Walden, Kenny Walden, Juanita Walden Mayes, Mona Walden and late husband Harold Everett, Paul and late wife Susie Walden; and many other loved ones and friends.

A private family graveside service was held in the Blanchard Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Eisenhour Funeral Home of Blanchard. Online obituary and guestbook are available at www.eisenhourfh.com.