Son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, farmer, rancher, Veterinarian, businessman, entrepreneur, friend!  We celebrate the life of Dale Loyd "Doc" Schomp, a humble, reserved, soft spoken, compassionate, hardworking man of great integrity who delighted all with his enchanting sense of humor!  He was an extraordinary achiever who possessed unbelievable patience; was sweet and kind, a good listener and loyal friend.

A steward of the land, he respected and valued the seasons - farming, ranching and raising good cattle.  He accomplished unbelievable feats in ranching and farming along with foreman Donnie Hay's stewardship.

Dale was born November 13, 1930, in Kingfisher, to Don Earnest and Nevie Blanche (Bailey) Schomp; "finished well" until Sunday, January 2, 2022, at Weatherford Regional Hospital, at the age of 91 years, 1 month and 9 days.  He attended twelve years of school in Taloga where he enjoyed and excelled in sports, graduating with Class of 1948.  During formative years, Grandmother Dora Schomp taught him to knit, play checkers, dominos, pitch…!  He 'fled' to California after graduation, on his 1947 Harley; returned to marry Joy Boggess, 1951.

He enrolled at Oklahoma State University earning his 'Doctorate of Veterinarian Medicine Degree' - graduating with Class of 1962!  He was instrumental in organizing and was member of OSU-VM Omega Tau Sigma Fraternity.  He and family moved; lived briefly in Canyon, TX, then returned to western Oklahoma to establish roots in community and business where he remained.

Dale served his community with distinction, integrity and passion, from 4th St purchased practice of Dr. Williams Veterinarian Clinic, 1960's; to building east main "Weatherford Animal Hospital".  His intent detail, precise skills and care defined his 40 plus year career serving Weatherford and surrounding communities as resident Veterinarian!

His life-long entrepreneurial skills were many; as mentor – he taught all interested – willing to listen and apply.  He transformed an old brooder chicken house, with help of Bill Nichols and boys, into first portion of Economy Storage – Weatherford's first storage facility!

'Doc's Longhorn Trading Post' – home to Native American artifacts, silver, turquoise jewelry, pottery, baskets, statues and antiques, another venture!  Travelers from all over the United States and many foreign countries graced its doors and valued his knowledge.  We learned from all and thanked each.  "Morgan Road Storage", Oklahoma City, an additional venture!

Other commitments and organizations - forty plus years as Security, then BancFirst Board Member; Heartland of America Museum Director; Past President Custer County Mineral Owners Association; Oil & Gas; member First Baptist Church where he reaffirmed his childhood commitment of faith, October 18, 2020.

He loved Joy and Ava and chocolate!  He was an awesome Dad to Jacqueline Joy "Jackie", DaLynne Sue and Bonnie Jan.  He was blessed with granddaughters Kathryn Joy "Katie" (Hager) Dixon, Julia and Kellie Fischer; grandson, Lucas Loyd "Luke" Gallery and Jonathan Quinn Gallery; great-grandsons Christian Hadley Dixon and Zachary Maeson Clay Dixon.  He cherished family and friends.

Preceded by parents Don Earnest and Nevie Blanche Schomp; wife Joy; brother Carol Don Schomp and step-daughter Pamala Kay Osburn Punneo.

Those left to treasure his love and goodness; wife Ava; daughters Jackie and husband Bill Gallery; DaLynne and husband Dan Fischer; Bonnie and companion Wayne Smith; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; step-son Wesley Osburn and wife Patti; beloved family members and friends who loved him deeply, respected and admired him- he touched many lives and will be greatly missed.

Honors suggested in his name to: Weatherford First Baptist Church, Heartland of America Museum or valued entity of your choosing.