Danny Milton Rains

Danny Milton Rains, age 80, of Perkins, Oklahoma, passed away on December 1, 2025. He was born on October 8, 1945, and lived a life marked by independence, intensity, and a mind that never stopped searching for truth.

A Vietnam veteran, Danny carried his experiences from the service with him throughout his life. His beliefs were strong, his opinions firm, and he held them without apology.

Danny was incredibly intelligent, creative, and talented. He loved to read, learn, and explore different beliefs and ideas, including studying the Bible and other religions. He expressed his creativity through woodworking, macramé, construction, and building things with his hands.

He had a deep love for nature and the outdoors. In his earlier years he enjoyed traveling, hiking, and spending time off the grid and in the wilderness. Animals―especially cats―were naturally drawn to him, and he cared for them generously and without hesitation.

Danny is survived by his children, Danielle and Gabe Rains; and by his siblings: Corky, Sammy, Randy, Kevin, Cynthia, Teresa, and Tammy. He is preceded in death by his parents.

A viewing will be held Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Dighton-Marler Funeral Home in Stillwater. Funeral services will be at Dighton Marler Funeral Home on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with military honors.

“He walked his own path, and now he rests in peace.”