Calvin Leroy Sowder

Calvin Leroy Sowder, of Republic passed away on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born to Leroy Sowder and Ramoth Sowder in Okemah, Okla. on March 3,1946.
After owning a successful business, Advance Plating Co., he enjoyed his retirement years sharing stories with friends and family while sitting in his front yard and taking drives on backroads with his good friend Dave.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Sandy, and his daughter Shelley. He is survived by his sons, Jeff (Marie) and Craig (Stacey), five grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
Services were held at Meadors Funeral Home in Republic. Visitation was at 10 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 2, with a funeral service at 11 a.m. Burial followed at Wade Chapel Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis TN, 38105. Online condolences may be made at www.meadorsfuneralhome.com.