In Loving Memory of Charles Bumpas and Mynda Dilbeck Rest in peace, Charles and Mynda. You were deeply loved, and you will forever be missed

In Loving Memory of Charles Bumpas and Mynda Dilbeck Rest in peace, Charles and Mynda. You were deeply loved, and you will forever be missed.

The community of Bryan County, Oklahoma, is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Charles Bumpas, 60, and Mynda Dilbeck, 61, whose lives were tragically taken Thursday night in a collision on US-70 between Durant and Blue. What began as an ordinary evening ended in profound sorrow, leaving families, friends, and neighbors grappling with the sudden and unimaginable loss of two cherished members of their community.

According to reports from KXII-TV, the crash occurred just before 10 p.m. Oklahoma troopers stated that a vehicle driven by a 15-year-old from Durant was traveling westbound when it crossed left of center and struck the eastbound vehicle head-on. Charles Bumpas was driving, and Mynda Dilbeck was his passenger. Both, residents of Sawyer, tragically lost their lives in the collision.

Today, the community pauses not to dwell solely on the circumstances of their passing, but to honor the lives they lived and the people they were.

Charles Bumpas was a man who had experienced six decades of life—years filled with lessons, laughter, and meaningful relationships. He was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, friend, and neighbor whose presence shaped the lives of those around him. Charles was known for his steady, dependable nature; a man whose wisdom, patience, and quiet strength offered comfort and guidance. Friends and family will remember him as someone who showed up in the small, important ways—through a listening ear, a helping hand, or simply a reassuring presence. His life was a testament to the power of care, loyalty, and love.

Mynda Dilbeck, 61, was a woman whose life radiated resilience, grace, and warmth. She navigated the joys and challenges of life with compassion and kindness, leaving behind memories that will be cherished forever. Family, friends, and neighbors remember Mynda for her ability to make people feel seen and valued, her generous spirit, and the light she brought into everyday moments. Her absence is deeply felt, leaving a void in the hearts of those who loved her, yet her legacy of love and care will endure in the countless lives she touched.

While the loss of Charles and Mynda is deeply felt, the community of Bryan County honors them not only for the tragedy of their passing but for the fullness of their lives—the relationships they nurtured, the love they shared, and the many ways they made their corner of the world brighter. They leave behind a legacy of kindness, integrity, and devotion that will continue to inspire all who knew them.

As family, friends, and neighbors navigate this difficult time, may they find comfort in shared memories, in the support of their community, and in the enduring impact Charles and Mynda had on the lives of so many. Their spirits live on in the stories told, the laughter remembered, and the love that will forever remain in the hearts of those who were blessed to know them.

Charles Bumpas and Mynda Dilbeck’s lives may have ended far too soon, but the imprint they left—the love, the warmth, and the light—will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, Charles and Mynda.

You were deeply loved, and you will forever be missed.