Kenneth "Sweet Daddy" W. Carrier

Kenneth Wayne Carrier, 71, was born April 9, 1953 to David R. Carrier and Kathleen (Speer) Cotner in Muskogee, Oklahoma and passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Kenneth grew up in Muskogee, Oklahoma where he met his first wife, Darlene Carrier, who is the loving mother of his two sons, David and Chad. Though they later divorced, they maintained a respectful relationship and together cherished the joys and responsibilities of parenthood. Kenneth then met his late wife, Joy Denise Carrier, who was the loving mother of his cherished daughter, Brittany. Kenneth had always longed for a daughter, and his relationship with Denise brought that dream to life. He always treasured their relationship because it gave him the precious gift of his beloved daughter. Kenneth began his career working for the city of Muskogee in the street department, where he met his lifelong friend and brother, Leroy. He later drove trucks for several local construction companies, showcasing his dedication and strong work ethic. However, his most prized career was owning his own lawn care business, where he found great joy and fulfillment in serving his community and providing top notch services for his customers. His passion and hard work impacted many people in his life; most importantly, his children and grandchildren. Kenneth took the time to form unique, intimate relationships with the people he loved. He never bonded the same with every person. Instead, he took the time to develop personal relationships where he valued the differences in everyone and created bonds that were one-of-a-kind. Over the years Kenneth transformed from the younger, tougher, meaner version of himself to the soft, tender, and loving dad/PaPa that he was proud to be. Kenneth was always ready to cut up and have a good time with people; including the waitresses in restaurants. He loved to call himself “Sweet Daddy” and took every opportunity to tell people, with the most remembered story of him ordering unsweet tea because he was already sweet enough and that is how he got the name “Sweet Daddy”. He thoroughly enjoyed making people laugh and smile. Kenneth enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time outdoors. His family knew he loved them, but always felt he loved his dogs a little more and this was evident in the close relationship he had with his dogs, Jake and Daisy. One of his favorite things to do was driving Miss Daisy to Wal-Mart where he would shop for her nightly meals, fresh cooked chicken made by “Sweet Daddy” himself. Anyone that knew Kenneth knew he was a talker. He loved telling stories and teaching many learning lessons. If you ever had a conversation with him you were told countless times to “listen”. It drove many crazy to hear it over and over, but it worked because that is one memory that is shared between everyone and will never be forgotten. LISTEN…. Now, it’s your turn to listen to us. Rest easy Sweet Daddy. We love you! Kenneth is preceded in death by his father, David R. Carrier; mother, Kathleen Cotner; brothers, Alan Cotner and Ronnie Carrier; brother-in-law, Joe McGeehon; late wife, Joy Denise Carrier; uncle, Bobby Speer; and special cousin, Teresa. Kenneth is survived by his son, David Carrier and wife Mandy of Mandan, ND; son, Chad Carrier and wife Summer of Muskogee, OK; daughter, Brittany Merrill and husband Storey of Muskogee, OK; sister, Billie McGeehon of Muskogee, OK; sister Barbara Stiger and husband Tommy of Muskogee, OK; grandson, Joshua Carrier of Mandan, ND; granddaughter, Mallory Carrier of Muskogee, OK; granddaughter, Hannah Carrier of Mandan, ND; grandson, Alan Carrier and wife Haleigh of Muskogee, OK; granddaughter, Alexis Whitlock and husband Luke of Muskogee, OK; grandson, Colten Merrill of Muskogee, OK; granddaughter, Adalynn Merrill of Muskogee, OK; grandson, Lukas Merrill of Muskogee, OK; bonus-grandchildren, Taylor Prante and Riley Prante of Mandan, ND; great-grandchildren, Chevy Graves, Jentri Millsaps, Luka Carrier, Lane Carrier; bonus great-grandchildren, Aria Prante and Khyson Prante. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and many great friends. The family will greet friends from 1-5PM, Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Cornerstone Funeral Home. A celebration of Kenneth’s life will be at 2PM, Monday, July 1, 2024 at Cornerstone Funeral Home with Mr. Leroy Foster officiating. Interment will follow at Greenhill Cemetery with Josh Carrier, Alan Carrier, Hunner Neafus, Waylon Carson, Karl Williams, and Steve Girard serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Walter Kirk, Frankie Fields, Terry Fields, David White, Bobby Kirk, and Gary Gray.

Kenneth "Sweet Daddy" W. Carrier

April 9, 1953 - June 23, 2024