Opal Christine Burgess was born Oct. 14, 1921 to Bessie and Isaac Simpson in Henryetta. She died Nov. 29, 2020 at Noble Health Care Center in Noble Opal was raised in the Wilson community. She was aWilson Tiger graduate of 1940. After high school, Opal worked as a “Rosie the Riveter”at McDonald Douglas Aircraft in Tulsa. She married Lawrence Burgess June 6, 1947, and they made their home in Henryetta until 1962 when they moved to Norman.
Opal is survived by her daughters: Jeanne Webb, of Norman, Suzanne Burgess, of Norman, Laura Koone and husband Mark, of Sherman, Tex.. Lisa Hayes and husband Jim, of West Chester, Ohio; grandchildren: Mark and Rachael Webb, of Mustang, Kristen Webb of Norman, Brandon Koone of Sherman, Tex., Carlene and Laura Hayes of West Chester, Ohio; great grandchildren: Damon Webb and Brooks Webb, of Mustang
Opal was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence, their first child, a son, and son-in-law David Webb.
The family will greet visitors from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at Primrose Funeral Home in Norman. A private graveside service will follow at 2 p.m.. Memorial contributions may be made to Hands Helping Paws in Norman. The family would like to thank the staff at Noble Health Care and Centennial Hospice for their care for the past three years.