CHEC Grieves the Loss of Two Board Members

It is with profound sadness that Cookson Hills Electric Cooperative announces the recent passing of John “Theron” Croisant and Kenneth “Chick” Kelley, two beloved Board of Trustee members.

A committed board member for the past five years at CHEC, Theron held public service near to his heart, as he was involved in numerous community boards throughout his lifetime. CHEC was fortunate to benefit from his leadership during his time as a board member and friend.

He dedicated his professional career to education and impacted the lives of many throughout his career as a teacher, coach and superintendent.

Theron is survived by his wife of 56 years, Judie; one son, Tracy Croisant and wife Kim; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son. Theron will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Chick served almost 34 years as a board trustee with over two of those years as the board president. He was also a member of the KAMO Electric (CHEC’s transmission provider) and OAEC boards, among various other boards, clubs and committees.

After receiving his degree at Tulsa Business College, he worked as an accountant in the oil industry until his retirement. Chick was a dedicated man of God serving as a song leader and Sunday school teacher over the past 60 years. He loved gospel music and shared his love by teaching guitar lessons at the Stigler Community Center.

He is survived by his wife Freda of 67 years; one daughter Debbie Crull and husband Brent; two granddaughters and four great grandchildren. He will be missed by the many people he impacted throughout his life.

“The absence of these two great men will certainly be felt at CHEC,” said General Manager Juli Orme. “Their mentorship as well as their friendship has ministered greatly to me in my work life and in my personal life. We will miss them dearly.”

CHEC would like to extend our condolences and prayers to the families and friends of these two wonderful men.