Brian Scott Bedingfield

Brian Scott Bedingfield went home to heaven on October 16th, 2020 at the age of 53. He was born on September 6th, 1967 in Houston, TX to Gene & Shirley Bedingfield. Brian was a cherished husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, battle buddy and friend. He lived most of his life in Tulsa, Oklahoma but traveled frequently. Brian met his wife Shelley in June 2006 at American Legion Post 308. After trying every pickup-line he knew (and making some up) they went on a date that very night, were engaged in November, and married in April. Nothing could separate these two. Their love is eternal. Both having strong military hearts, it was not a surprise when Brian’s incredible children; Colton and Ashlyn, also joined the service. Brian’s deep and profound love for his children cemented their union; this family created out of love will be forever.

Brian Scott Bedingfield enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves on February 13th, 1985 as a Target Acquisition Surveillance Radar Repairer and attended the One Station Unit Training at Fort Sill. Brian earned the rank of Private First Class. PFC Bedingfield transferred to the Oklahoma Army National Guard as an Infantryman in 1988 and began to rapidly advance, ultimately achieving the rank of E-7 Sergeant First Class. Brian requested to remain an E-7 so he would be able to serve in the field with his brothers-in-arms. He faithfully served the remainder of his career in various positions and echelons of authority in the 1st Battalion, 279th Infantry Regiment. In April of 2004, SFC Bedingfield was selected to join Task Force Phoenix II to deploy to Afghanistan as a member of a small team of Embedded Tactical Trainers to the Afghanistan National Army in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Upon returning from deployment, SFC Bedingfield stepped up as a recruiter before quickly redeploying to the middle east. SFC Bedingfield was deployed to Iraq but was transferred to Afghanistan from March 2005 to June 2006 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. His skills as an Embedded Tactical Trainer and field operator were in high demand. His military awards include 3 Bronze Star Medals, 2 with “V” devices for Valor: multiple Purple Hearts, a Ranger tab, Airborne, Air Assault, and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge.

After his military career of 23 years, Brian’s civilian occupation was as a licensed Journeyman Lineman. Brian maintained his Citizen Soldier lifestyle and was always ready to deploy at a moments notice. Brian became a member of the IBEW 1002 out of Tulsa in August of 2006 and kept his membership till his passing. When prompted he loved to say, “An electrician wires houses, I’m a lineman and I wire cities.” He spoke often and fondly of his new brothers he met during those years. He created strong and enduring relationships with many.

When not engaged in his profession, Brian enjoyed spending time with his family. Even though he was often away from home, he had a special way of staying close to his family from the road. His wife and kids would grab him and hold him the second he walked in the door. His homecomings, however long or short they would be, were filled with special moments and gatherings with his friends and family. He could fill the state of Texas with the massive number of friends he has and was so loyal to. Serving as the Plank Member of the “He-Man Woman Haters Club” with “The Boys” was one of his most proud and favorite things in life. He made every effort to attend their Semi-Annual Symposium whenever possible. Brian was passionate about reading, gaming and keeping up with his education and strived to learn more. Brian was a truly unique man with an unparalleled sense of humor. He was never short of a story or observation to tell anyone who would listen. Brian was a true realist with an opinion or self-styled “Great Advice” for anyone who may or may not have asked. Brian loved spending time with his family and friends, took pride in always being prepared and helped anyone in need. The word generous is not enough to describe Brian, he truly was a benevolent man and gave deeply. He will be so missed. 

Brian is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Shelley Bedingfield of Tulsa, OK; his son Colton Bedingfield of Tulsa, OK and daughter Ashlyn Bedingfield of Tulsa, OK; the mother of his children and co-parent, Darla (Dustin, David, Daniel, Jessica) Landry of Broken Arrow, OK; his mother, Shirley Bedingfield of Tulsa, OK; his brother Aaron (Dulce) Bedingfield of San Antonio, TX; his nephews Captain Josh (Candice, Aubrey & Noah) Bedingfield of Fayetteville, NC, and Christian (Valerie) Bedingfield of Tulsa, OK; his nieces Kate (Thomas, Isaiah & Jacqueline) Collins of Tulsa, OK and Sarah Bedingfield of Kansas City, MO; In-laws Paul & Carolyn DeCorte of Tulsa, OK; sister-in-law Tina (Freddie, Whitney & Tabitha) Walton of Midland, TX; sister-in-law Kimberley (Bryce & Isla) Cowett of Tulsa, OK; brother-in-law Chad (Camden & Zane) DeCorte of Mannford, OK. Brian was preceded in death by his father, Gene Bedingfield, and his great niece, Wrenly Kay Bedingfield. 

Brian will be escorted from Adams Crest Funeral Home and transferred to the interment location by the Patriot Guard Riders of Oklahoma to Fort Gibson National Cemetery where he will be laid to rest with full military honors.

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