Thomas Ryan McKie Sr.

Thomas Ryan McKie, Sr., 77, of Edmond, passed away at his home March 27, 2024. One of three children born to James Dennis McKie and Katherine Coleman McKie Johnson, Tom was born in San Antonio, Texas on July 25, 1946. He attended St. Mary’s University and studied business. Being born and raised in San Antonio, it wasn’t until 1985 that Tom moved to make Oklahoma City his home.

Tom worked as a district manager for Montgomery Wards, IDS, was a financial advisor, and taught business at OU all before opening his auto repair business; Brake Plus which he had for 30 years.

Tom enjoyed working in the yard, going to antique stores, and cooking for family and friends. He was a loving, kind and caring father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He enjoyed teaching children self-sufficiency and hard work.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents and sister Libby Noack. He is survived by his wife Larisa McKie; children Ryan McKie and wife Katrina, Eric and Missy McKie; step daughter Dawn Champion; sister Linda Sheehy; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Viewing for Tom will be 2 pm to 4 pm Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Chapel Hill Funeral Home. A graveside service will be the following Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 2 pm at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.