Built to Last: The Kelle Oil Company Story

As Kanokla celebrates 75 years of service, we're taking time to recognize some of the customers who have been part of that journey for decades. Among them is our longest-standing business customer, Kelle Oil Company in Braman, Oklahoma.

Kelle Oil has been a Kanokla customer since 1956, but the company's story began much earlier. Founded in 1925 as Kelle Bros, the business has been serving the community for 100 years.

Over the last century, Kelle Oil Company has seen a lot of change. What started as a family business has grown through four generations of ownership, with each generation helping carry the company forward while staying true to its roots.

Today, Kelle Oil Company continues to be family-owned and operated by the fourth generation, a remarkable milestone that reflects a century of dedication to the business and the community it serves.

Stories like Kelle Oil Company's remind us that our history is really about the people and businesses we have had the privilege of serving. We are grateful for nearly 70 years of partnership with the Kelle family and are proud to celebrate their place in Kanokla's history.

Pictures from L-R: Brian Lewellen Kanokla Outside Technician, Mr. & Mrs. Kelle, Owners of Kelle Oil and Erma Ratliff Kanokla Community Engagement & Events Coordinator