Benjamin Francis Kidder

Benjamin "Ben" Francis Kidder, a lifelong resident of Hominy, Oklahoma, passed from this life on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Hillcrest Cushing Hospital in Cushing, OK at the age of 47. Ben was born on May 18, 1979 in Tulsa, OK to Dennis L. Kidder and Mary F. (Wheeler) Kidder. Proud of his Osage and Acoma Pueblo heritage, he enjoyed watching and participating in the In-Lon-Schka dances and embraced the traditions and cultures of his people.

Ben was raised in Hominy, where he attended Hominy Public Schools and graduated from Hominy High School. He previously worked in food service at the Osage Casinos. A devoted sports fan, Ben faithfully supported the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago Bears, and most especially his hometown Hominy Bucks. He treasured spending time with his family and friends and was known for his kind heart and love for those around him. Above all, Ben was proud of his children and loved them deeply.

Ben leaves behind many cherished memories with his father Dennis L. Kidder; his children Bryan Kidder, Isaac Jake, Joe Kidder and Khristina Kidder; and his brothers Michael Kidder, Gregory Kidder and Joe Kidder, all of Hominy. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary F. Kidder; his brother Jeffrey Kidder; his maternal grandparents Francis and Mildred Hamilton Wheeler; his paternal grandparents Dennis and Virginia Kidder and his great grandparents Amos and Etiva Hamilton.

Traditional Indian services will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 9:00 am at the Hominy Indian Village Chapel with Ira Lookout officiating. Burial will follow at the A. J. Powell Memorial Cemetery in Hominy. A traditional Indian feast will be held following the burial at the Hominy Indian Village Community Building.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Powell Funeral Home of Hominy.