Robert Scott Hellams, affectionately known as “Scott,” passed away on May 10, 2026, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, at the age of 78. He was born on May 15, 1947, in Norman, Oklahoma, to Robert Dean and Betty Jean (Sittler) Willich.

Scott grew up in Norman and attended Norman High School.  Following high school, he answered the call to serve his country by joining the United States Navy, where he honorably served during the Vietnam Conflict.

On April 21, 1995, Scott married the love of his life, Elizabeth “Liz” Ann Hodge. Together, they made their home in Chandler, Oklahoma, and shared many cherished years together. Scott was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend who deeply loved his family.

Scott enjoyed life to the fullest and was known for his love of playing poker and pool. He especially loved his dogs and treasured the companionship they brought him over the years. Scott was also a dedicated member of the VFW in Chandler, where he was very active and faithfully served as Quartermaster and Trustee. His commitment to his fellow veterans and his community was something he took great pride in.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Steve Hellams.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Elizabeth Ann Hellams of the home; two daughters, Stacy Conatser and her husband, Craig, of Oklahoma City and Andrea Hellams of Edmond; his son, Dustin Hellams and his wife, Sheila, of Oklahoma City; four grandchildren, Kody Kerley and his wife, Haylee, Camden Hellams, Chloe Hellams, Mikalah Butckner and Courtney Conatser; one great-grandchild, Kohan Kerley; his brother, Chris Hellams of Oklahoma City; as well as a host of other family members and friends who will miss him dearly.