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Todd Henry Neftzger of Bartlesville, Oklahoma was born on December 26, 1969, in Joplin, Missouri to Henry Neftzger and Dixie (Nicholson) Neftzger. Todd passed away on December 22, 2024, at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville. Todd is survived by his wife, Angela Neftzger; his mother, Dixie Neftzger of Pryor; his brother Mark Neftzger (partner Ty Jenkins) of Dallas, TX; his sister-in-law Julia Neftzger of Pryor; his nephew Korben Neftzger (wife Jaclyn) and great- niece Ingrid of Tulsa; niece Gretchen Steffes (husband Nolan) and great-nephew Wells of Woodstock, Georgia. He is lovingly remembered by his stepdaughter, Melyssa Westerman (husband Logan) of Owasso, and his treasured grandchildren: Addison, Brynlea, Captain, and Phoenix, who adored their “Toddy Pa.” He is preceded in death by his two grandfathers, Henry Neftzger, Sr. and Melvin “Pete” Nicholson: his grandmothers, Mary Rose Neftzger and Aldora May Tune; his father Henry Neftzger and brother Greg Neftzger. Todd grew up in Pryor, Oklahoma where he was a member of the First United Methodist Church. He attended Pryor Public Schools graduating with the Class of 1988. After high school, Todd pursued pre-pharmacy studies, earning an associate degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, Oklahoma but ultimately graduated from Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He was an active member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) fraternity. Todd professional career spanned various industries, including roles at Sun Oil, Tyson Foods, Hiram and Walker, National Steak and Poultry, and Bama Companies. His favorite position, however, was with Blue Buffalo Pet Food (General Mills) as the FSQ Manager of Analytical Services. Todd’s dedication and expertise in all things quality and analytics earned him Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification, reflecting his commitment to excellence. Happiness filled Todd’s life when he was spending time with his grandchildren, his beloved Airedale Lucy Lou and his wife of ten years, Angela. His creativity, passion and joy were found when he was fishing, spending time in the pool, cooking, playing guitar, stargazing, traveling and indulging in seafood. Two places especially dear to his heart were Roaring River and Captiva Island. Todd followed his family’s passion for everything Oklahoma State and bled orange! Todd’s adventurous spirit, quick wit, and boundless generosity touched countless lives. His legacy will live on through the beautiful memories and the lives he touched. A celebration of life will be held at the First United Methodist Church of Owasso on Friday, January 3rd, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Friends and family are encouraged to wear orange in honor of his favorite football team – Oklahoma State. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to Lisa Bain Ministries, 9447 E 77th Street, Tulsa, OK 74133. All Donations go to Lisa Bain ministries

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Todd Henry Neftzger

December 26, 1969 - December 22, 2024