Senator Warren Hamilton Issues Statement on the Passing of Former Senator Richard Lerblance

OKLAHOMA CITY – Senator Warren Hamilton, R-McCurtain, today released the following statement on the passing of former State Senator Richard Lerblance of Hartshorne.

“I was saddened to learn of the passing of former Senator Richard Lerblance, whose decades of public service left a lasting mark on southeastern Oklahoma and our state.

“Senator Lerblance formerly represented Senate District 7 and was a dedicated advocate for the people of our area. Beyond his legislative service, Lerblance devoted much of his life to the law and to public service. He served multiple terms on the Muscogee Creek Nation Supreme Court, including as Chief Justice and Vice-Chief Justice, while also maintaining a law practice in Hartshorne for more than four decades. His commitment to serving others extended to his hometown, where he served on the Hartshorne City Council, the Hartshorne Board of Education, and as Chief of the Hartshorne Fire Department.

“Whether in the courtroom, the Capitol, or his local community, Richard Lerblance answered the call to serve with total dedication. His legacy is one of leadership, faith, and a lifelong commitment to improving the lives of others.

“On behalf of my family and the people of Senate District 7, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and all who knew and loved him. We join them in mourning his passing and honoring a life devoted to public service.

“May God grant his family comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead.”

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