A Strong LYFE Tribute to Chad Taber

Chadwick James “Chad” Taber, surrounded by family and dear friends, left to be with his Lord on Sunday, June 30, 2019. Chad fought a long, hard battle with cancer. He was born in Enid, Oklahoma on August 15, 1969, the son of Albert Floyd and Barbara Jean (Arterburn) Taber.  Chad grew up in Medford, OK and graduated from Medford High School, in the class of 1987. He then went on to attend Oklahoma State University (Go Pokes!). Chad met Shea Oakley, the love of his life on a blind date in 1989. The two attended her high school prom together & Chad even introduced Shea to the beauty of the Catholic faith. The two were married on November 30, 1991 and they made their home in Jenks, Oklahoma. They then went on to have their five beautiful children and later two grandbabies, who were Chad’s pride and joy. Chad was not only a beloved and devoted husband, father, & grandfather, but a cherished son, brother, friend, mentor, leader, and so much more. He served his family, community, & church with his whole heart and always put others before himself. From Jenks sports to St. Bernard’s youth ministry to Strong Family Financial, Chad’s servant heart touched so many. He was seen as not only a leader & mentor to many, but truly just known as everyone’s dad. Chad truly embodied what it means to live a Lyfe by Design. He lived a Strong LYFE. We hope you enjoy this recording we did with him back in the month of May. Maybe you will learn something from the legacy he is leaving behind.Or maybe you will be inspired by the lyfe he led. Countless people have been impacted by his example. Thank you Chad, for being you, for living a Strong LYFE and leaving the world a better place than you found it.