Oakley York 84, of Liberty, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at Forrest Park Nursing Facility in Richmond Indiana. He was born on December 7, 1939 in Perry County, Kentucky, the son of the late Vince and Sally Abner York.

Mr. York was a lifetime farmer. He was always so proud of his crop and herd of cattle. When Oakley was not farming he could be found unwinding while watching NASCAR or Dallas Cowboys Football with his son. He loved coon hunting and was a member of the Coon Hunters at the Hannah Creek Conservation Club. Oakley took great pride in his family and he always enjoyed the time he spent with them especially his grandchildren.

Oakley is survived by his children; a daughter, Jill Lynne (Tarry) Smith and a son, Jeffrey Scott (Kim) York. He will be greatly missed by his sister Rachel Marcum and his brother-in-law Lee Healay. His memories will live on forever in his grandchildren; Jacob York, Kaleb York, Tarry Smith Jr., Bradley Smith, Dillon Smith, Jensyn Smith, and Ayla Smith as well as his great-grandchildren Tripp Smith, Trent Smith, and Brody Smith. He will also be missed by his life partner of 13 years Patricia Wicker.

Friends and Family may gather at Urban Winkler Liberty Funeral Home, 310 N Main Street Liberty, Indiana 47353, on Thursday March 21 beginning at 5:00PM until 7:00PM. Following with Oakley's wishes cremation was chosen. The burial of his remains will take place at WestPoint Cemetery at a later date.