William Franklin Urton, 88, of Grove, OK, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at Golden Years in Harrisonville, MO. Graveside services were held on Saturday, August 12, 2023  at Wills Cemetery in Peculiar, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.

William was born July 27, 1935 to Willie and Tina Mae (Holt) Urton in Harrisonville, MO. He graduated from Archie High School with the Class of 1954. He spent his career working as an iron worker and a farmer, which allowed him to live in several different places throughout his life including Butler, MO; Amoret, MO; Paradise, LA; Boutte, LA; Friendswood, TX; and Grove, OK.

In his younger days, he enjoyed trapshooting as a past time, and has always found enjoyment in hunting, fishing, and dancing. He was a member of the Iron Workers Local 10 out of Kansas City, MO. He will be missed by all that knew him.

William is preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Helen Jean (McElhaney); his second wife, Joanne G. (Scrogham); and his grandson, Zeke Cummings. He is survived by his children: Frank Urton, Karen Urton, and Suzanne Urton; 7 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren.