Johnny Wayne Stroud

Cherokee 411 Staff
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By Cara Cowan Watts | Cherokee 411

February, 1966 — March 16, 2026

Grove, OK

Johnny Wayne Stroud passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, in Collinsville, Oklahoma. Born on February 21, 1966, in Wichita, Kansas, Johnny lived a life defined by service, kindness, and unwavering dedication to the well‑being of others.

Johnny graduated from Wichita South High School in 1984 and continued his education at Haskell, Wichita State University, and Northeastern State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in education. His commitment to learning reflected his lifelong desire to make a meaningful difference.

That calling led Johnny to a career in Child Welfare for the Cherokee Nation, where he worked tirelessly to support and protect children within the tribe. He took profound pride in his Cherokee heritage—an essential part of who he was and the legacy he carried with honor throughout his life.