Class of 1998
1998 Maroon Spotlight
Cody Folsom
FFA – Sentinel and Treassrer, (4), Basketball (4), German Club (2), FCA (2), Student Council, Senior Person, Biggest flirt.
1998 Graduation EditionPerry Daily Journal
Cody Ray Folsom, son of Richard and Roni Folsom, was born March 11, 1980. His activities include basketball, basketball attendant, FFA, student council, track, German club, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
His hobbies are fishing, hunting, basketball, volleyball, and swimming. He is a member of the Lutheran church.
Following graduation, he plans to attend Northeran Oklahoma College.
Cody Ray Folsom
March 11, 1980 – August 17, 2025
Cody Folsom, a proud United States Marine who honorably served his country with two tours in Iraq, passed away unexpectedly on August 17, 2025.
Born on March 11, 1980, he was the son of Richard and Roni (Baetz)Cody Folsom. He grew up in Perry, graduating from Perry high school in 1998.
A beloved member of the Perry community, he had a deep appreciation for the outdoors, family, and the simpleness of country living. He was a lifelong member of Christ Lutheran Church in Perry, Oklahoma.
Cody was known for his infectious humor and his ability to make anyone feel like a friend. He found peace in nature-whether hunting, fishing, or simply feeding the cows and carrying on his father’s legacy. Cody never backed down from a challenge, and more often than not, those challenges ended in a wild story and a great memory that left everyone laughing and grateful to have been part of it.
He had a special bond with his nephews, who could always sweet-talk him into wrestling matches or imaginative hunts where Cody played the role of the animal. Despite his tough exterior, Cody’s heart was full of warmth and generosity. His spirit, strength, and kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Cody’s life was a testament to hard work, true grit, and a deep love for his people. He will be remembered not only for his service to his country but for the joy he brought to those around him.
Preceding him in death were: his father, Richard Folsom; his maternal grandparents, Ronald and Leta Faye Baetz; and his paternal grandparents, William and Helen Folsom.
Survivors include: his loving mother, Roni Folsom; his sisters, Mindy Folsom, Jessica Knox (husband Lidy), and Kassy Groom (husband Matt); his cherished nephews, Jett and Nash Groom; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A funeral service will be held at 10 AM on Friday, August 22, 2025 at Christ Lutheran Church in Perry with Aaron Ferguson officiating. Burial will be at Grace Hill cemetery. Memorial contribution checks may be made payable to Puppies Behind Bars. Please write Cody Folsom on the check memo.