Robbie Vaughan

John Robbie Vaughan, 48, of Stillwater, passed from this life on July 20 in Tulsa, surrounded by those he loved. Services have been entrusted to the care of Palmer Marler Funeral Home of Stillwater and will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at the Crosspointe Church, 1807 N. Jardot, in Stillwater, OK. Visitation will be held from 8am to 8pm on Monday, July 25. The family will also greet friends from 6pm to 8pm Monday evening at the Palmer Marler Funeral Home.
John Robert Vaughan was born on June 11, 1963 to John Robert Vaughan and Victoria Allen. He was raised in the Stillwater area and attended school in Ripley where he excelled as a basketball player. Robbie attended vocational school in Tongue Point, WA. When he was 22, Robbie returned to Stillwater to take care of his aging grandparents and their farm. When he was 28, Robbie married Lori McLemore in Stillwater. They had two daughters, Destiny and Brandi Vaughan, whom Robbie adored. Robbie worked for a few years as an oil well pump mechanic. He worked for more than 10 years as a heavy equipment operator for Oklahoma State University. After leaving OSU, he owned and operated his own backhoe service. Robbie suffered a career ending injury and retired to the family farm.
Robbie Vaughan enjoyed life. He was an ornery prankster and practical jokester who loved to have a good time, but was also very respectful and a gentleman. He and his family attended Crosspointe Church. Robbie enjoyed coaching his girls in T-ball, Softball, and basketball. He was their biggest fan. He also enjoyed muscle cars, fishing, hunting, mechanics, and watching TV shows related to cars. He was a loving son, a proud father, an honest friend, and a family protector. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Robbie is survived by his daughters: Brandi and Destiny Vaughan of Stillwater. Mother: Vickie Esser and husband Robert of Vancouver, WA. Grandmother: Lola Neely. Six aunts: Corky Williamson, Lacquanna Hawkins, Judy McCurry and husband Elmer, Roberta Baker and husband Jerry, Linda Lease and husband James, and Glenda Vaughn. His beloved dog and constant companion: Jenny, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents: J.P. and Freida Vaughan and Bill Allen, Father: J.R. Vaughan, Sister: Nova Vaughan.
Friends may leave condolences for the family via an online guestbook at www.pmcfh.com