History
Our History
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1917
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1929
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1965
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1980
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1995-2000
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2017
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2024
1917
A Foundation of Community Patronage
On April 2, 1917, the Central National Bank of Okmulgee was granted their organizational certificate of banking.
Two of the bank’s original founding members were Waite Phillips, Oil Tycoon of Phillips Petroleum, and William Pine, a Republican in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.
1929
A Foundation of Community Patronage
In 1929, Central National Bank absorbed the old First National Bank in Okmulgee, located at the northeast corner of 6th and Grand. This location would become our home for the next 50 plus years.
1965
A new look and a new name
Central National Bank was last remodeled in 1965. The inset photo shown is of the motor bank, built after the bank’s name change to First National Bank on January 1, 1968.
1980
Perseverance through adversity
In 1980, First National Bank moved from Downtown Okmulgee to its newly built location at 610 E. 8th St.
Once again, as financial institutions throughout the country closed during the collapse of the oil and gas industry, First National Bank & Trust persevered with the same strong and sound financial roots established by its founding fathers.
1995-2000
A Spirit of Continued Expansion
FNB opened a full-service retail branch in the Okmulgee Wal-Mart Supercenter in 1995.
In the early 2000s, the bank further expanded with acquisitions in Henryetta and Wewoka and the establishment of an insurance agency, First Community Insurance, to provide additional services to customers in our growing market.
2017
Celebrating a Century of Service
As we celebrated over 100 years of progressive service to our community, we looked toward the future with a new line of online banking services for the digital age.
2024
New name, Same Commitment to Service
As we continue to expand into new markets in Oklahoma, we’ve decided that a new name and brand will help us do business more recognizably, differentiate ourselves more effectively and position ourselves more intentionally. First National Bank and Trust Company of Okmulgee officially changed its name to Patrons Bank in June of 2024.
Culture
Our Core Values
People First
We are dedicated to making our customers – whether they be in person, by phone or online –feel welcomed, satisfied, appreciated and important. Always.
Continuous Improvement
Our team is committed to expanding our knowledge of products and services to stay current with industry trends and meet our customers’ expectations.
Attitude
Maintaining positive attitudes fosters a fun and productive environment.
Empowerment
Our team is empowered to take care of our customers. We provide a positive work environment that encourages, develops & rewards excellence.
Integrity
As bankers, our customers expect and depend on us to always have their best interests in mind.
Accountability
With empowerment comes responsibility; Our bankers are accountable for their decisions and actions.
Community Involvement
Our Roots Run Deep
We know a community grows when its patrons mutually invest in and support one another, so we make it our priority to be good bankers, but also good neighbors, leaders, and friends. Together, we’ve enjoyed barbecue and blues in Okmulgee, watched bull riders and adored baby goats at the rodeos in Henryetta, and enjoyed sweet treats at the Sorghum Festival in Wewoka. The bank also supports its communities with many donations and sponsorships and has done so with pride for over 100 years.
FNB at Reed early childhood education center
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