Kheya Dupris

Kheya Caellum Dupris was born to Kianna DeLodge and Trey Dupris at Integris Health in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Due to complications at birth, he was called to live amongst the stars shortly after.

Kheya is survived in life by his parents, Kianna and Trey. Siblings; Freemont, Sunflower, Khotah, and Sobie. His paternal great grandmother Iris Dupris of Eagle Butte, South Dakota, his paternal grandmother Bonita Claymore of Eagle Butte, South Dakota. Aunts; Teya Roughface of Fort Oakland, Tonkawa, Oklahoma, Justyn Lawrence of Eagle Butte, South Dakota, T’Neile DeLodge of Ponca City, Oklahoma. Uncles; Keaton Calls Him Sr., of Fort Oakland, Tonkawa, Oklahoma, Conner Dupris of Mandan, North Dakota, and Tahj Claymore of Eagle Butte, South Dakota. Kheya is also survived by an indigenous amount of grandparents, aunts, uncles, brothers, and sisters.

Kheya is proceeded in death by his maternal grandmother, Lisa G. Norman, his maternal great-grandparents, Madelyn Horse Chief Eagle-Norman and Francis “Jack” Norman. His paternal great-grandparents Leonard and Syble Claymore and Gerald Dupris Sr.

A little soul gone too soon, but a love that will last forever. From the very beginning, Kheya grew big, and we knew he was destined for greatness. We lovingly called him our little linebacker because of how big and fast he grew. He had strong kicks, powerful movements, and a strong heartbeat that was nothing short of immaculate. Even before we could hold him in our arms, he made his presence known. He was strong, full of life, and already so deeply loved.

Kheya Caellum was born on October 19, 2026, at 4:01 p.m., but at 4:40 p.m., he was greeted with open arms, warm snuggles, and all the love in the world from his grandma, Lisa. We can only imagine the happiness and excitement she must have felt when she finally laid eyes on him and held him in her arms for the very first time. A beautiful baby boy, weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounces and measuring 20 inches long, with a head full of hair. A little boy who was already so perfect, so precious, and so loved. Kheya was Lisa’s 15th grandchild and her 8th grandson, a blessing whose presence brought a love that words could never fully explain.

Although his time with us was far too short, Kheya’s life will forever hold a special place in our hearts. His strength, his movements, his heartbeat, and the love that surrounded him will never be forgotten. He will always be our little linebacker, our precious boy, and our sweet reminder that even the smallest souls can leave the biggest impact. Kheya, you were loved before we met you, cherished every second we had you, and you will be loved for all the days to come. Rest peacefully sweet boy. You may have been here for only a little while, but you will be remembered and loved for a lifetime.

A one-day service will be held on October 27, 2026 at the Tonkawa Tribal Gym in Fort Oakland starting with a procession from Trout Funeral Home in Ponca City, Oklahoma at 10:00 AM. Service and meal to follow.