John Graham
Obituary
John (Jack) Graham was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma on August 9th, 1924. His family moved to Long Beach, California in 1937 where he attended High School with his brother Otis. Jack moved back to Oklahoma and was in the real estate and car business until recently retired. At age 22, Jack enlisted in the army and was a WWII veteran in the Army Air Corp serving his country in Egypt until the end of the war. His duty launched his love for flying and ownership of several aircraft, which he used for many memorable adventures into the wild. Jack was an avid fisherman and infamous for organizing trips to Mexico, Canada, Costa Rica, Florida, Texas, Arkansas, Alaska and all points in between. His favorite fishing was for Large Mouth Black Bass on top water with his favorite lure, the Skip Jack. He was always in search of the world record which he dreamed of often. In honor of his love for fishing there will be a 21 rod salute at his memorial at Five Oaks Lodge in Jenks, OK. Jack and his wife Linda also shared a deep love for animals including pedigree bird dogs, poodles and terriers.
At 86 years old he has lived life to the fullest. To Jack, life was an adventure he indulged in every moment of every day. He is now experiencing his greatest adventure in Heaven being born again as a Christian. To all of us who knew and love him, may we never forget the sparkle in his blue eyes and his gentle smile. In honor of Jack may we live every moment, laugh every day and love beyond words.
Jack is survived by his wife Linda Graham of Tulsa, his daughter Nita Hoernig of Tampa Bay and his sons Johnny Graham of Tulsa and Gary Graham of Highland Park, TX. Also his stepdaughters Lynn Gantt of Tulsa, Leigh Garland of Oklahoma City and Jan Stanley of Idaho. He is also survived by his grand children Laura Rhodes of VA, Otto Hoernig of Wash DC, Jonathan Graham of Tulsa, GiGi Orsillo of Colorado Springs, Miller Graham and Grace Graham of Highland Park, TX. His great grandchildren include Jack Rhodes of VA, Anna Hoernig of Wash DC, Preslie Orsillo and Eliana Orsillo of Colorado Springs and Bostic Graham of Tulsa.
Memorial Service is set for 3 pm Sunday, February 27th at Five Oaks Lodge, 528 E 121st St S Jenks, OK 74037-3652 (918) 298-6405
Thank you for your friendship. If you are unable to join us Sunday for the celebration of Jacks life you will be in our hearts as we give our finale farewell to our dear Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle and devoted friend.
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Tributes & Memories
Funeral Home Owner
Dad, I heard your song today..... "Somewhere over the rainbow way up high", that's where you are, so far away........ I wish I could see you today, I know what I would say. "Thank you for being so wonderful to me, for making my childhood a fairytale of fun and laughter, I learned my love of life from you.... and I will forever be grateful.......I miss you every day and I will love you and miss you forever and a day........ Your devoted daughter, Nita
Nita Hoernig
We are so sorry for your loss. We know that "Action Jackson" will be missed by everyone who knew him. Gary, we know how close you were to your Father and we pray that your pain will be lessened by the lifetime of memories you shared. You and your family will be in our hearts and our prayers.
Much love,
Tom and Robyn
Robyn and Tom Flaherty
I've always thought of Jack as my uncle but guess he is really a cousin. I wish I had paid more attention to those many stories my Dad, Jack Evans, had told us regarding their escapades, most of which were illegal or ornery to say the least, but it sounded as if they had a great time together. My Dad truly valued their enduring friendship and I am extremely glad to learn they have reunited in heaven. Just hope they don't get kicked out. I am also thankful for the kindness Jack showed my Mother. My memories of Jack include the generosity he showed Nita Sue and me when we had the opportunity to spend time together - cars, spending money, time - great memories. Once Uncle Jack needed some cars driven from Tulsa to OK City so he flew Nita, Jimbo and me to Tulsa where we picked up some relatively new cars and each one of us drove a car back to OK City. Teens, new cars and the Turnpike, what was he thinking! Regardless I appreciated the trust he had shown me as I had just recently turned 16. My sympathy is with all your families. Jackie
Jackie Evans
What a beautiful tribute to your dad. We look forward to celebrating his life with you at his service. Know that our prayers are with you and your family. The sadness we feel gives way to joy in knowing that he is with Jesus! His was a life well lived!
James and Martha Geiger