JoAnn Coker Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Obituary

JoAnn Coker

<p>Passing of a living legend, JoAnn Douglas Coker, beloved&nbsp;by all. Born Dec. 19,1948 was called home July 18, 2020 due to COVID19.&nbsp; Preceded&nbsp;in death by Jennie Powell Douglas and Andrew Douglas Sr.&nbsp;Survived&nbsp;by brother Andrew Douglas Jr, Uncle B.T. Douglas, husband Walter Coker, son Jason Coker Sr and wife Glennda, son John Coker and wife Carolyn.&nbsp; Grandchildren Jason Coker Jr., Andrea Porthouse, Thomas Coker, Jacob Coker, Joseph Coker, Lydia Coker.&nbsp; Great Grandchildren: ReNiya Coker, Jaella Coker,&nbsp;Jaevonni Coker, two nephews, numerous cousins and relatives.&nbsp;</p> <p>Leading Lady of the High Spring Baptist Church. &quot;Mrs. Coker&quot; was a teacher at Pleasant Grove, Shawnee beloved by students and peers for over three decades.&nbsp; The sound of her laughter can still be heard. She was full of life and very outgoing. She brought joy, laughter, and a willingness to help a friend or stranger. One can always remember her quote,&nbsp;&quot;now I&#39;m gonna tell you this&quot;.&nbsp; She could not go anywhere without seeing someone she knew and bring a smile to their face.&nbsp; Her magnetic personality was captivating and always left a lasting impression.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Grandma will forever be in our hearts. We will miss you mama.&nbsp;</p> <p>Celebration of her life&nbsp;to be announced at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>An online condolence can be shared at www.okcremation.com</p> <p>Services are under the direction of OK Cremation &amp; Funeral Home, Oklahoma City.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
December 19, 1948 - July 18, 202012/19/194807/18/2020
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Kevin Harjo
September 11, 2020
You will forever be remembered by our entire school! Pleasant Grove Warriors! We Love You!! Rest Easy Mrs. Coker! Eternally~K.R.Haymond~
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Becky
July 31, 2020
It just doesn't seem real. She was loved by so many and missed by all. Until we see you again.
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A candle was posted for JoAnn Coker.
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Terri Clark
July 24, 2020
I could write a book about all the memories and laughter Joann and I shared. We were the closest of friends for 40 years. I know that Walter was the love of her life and that her family was her world. I got a quilt out last night for my grandsons when I realized it was o... Continue Reading
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Assistant Chief Johnson
July 24, 2020
JoAnn Coker truly is one who brought so much joy and charisma to everything she applied her hands to. She literally invested into thousand of lives of students and the extended community. I was fortunate to work with her school district under her advisement with Indian E... Continue Reading
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Sherry Byers
July 24, 2020
Joann was my sons teacher 30 years ago.  He adored her and thought she was the funniest thing ever.  She had a true gift when it came to children.  Over the years when I would run into her somewhere she always took the time to say hello and ask how everone was doing.  Of... Continue Reading
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Inman Doakes Jr
July 23, 2020
Walter, I am saddened to read about your wife and partner departing this life. May God bless you and your family with His presence, strength, and peace as you travel through the valley of the shadow of death. I am thankful for the time we shared at Tinker AFB
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Galle Adkins
July 23, 2020
What an awesome couple Aunt Joann & Uncle Walter
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Interlocking Rings was posted for JoAnn Coker.
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Priscilla Lopez
July 22, 2020
When I was little I wanted to be like Joann, because of the joy she carried in her heart. She inspired me and she was my role model. Joann was beautiful inside and out, I will always consider her like my first grandmother; because of the love she had always shown me. Joa... Continue Reading
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Karen westfall
July 22, 2020
Dear JoAnn....she was such a precious and happy soul...
I met her shortly after she married Walter Larry....
She was sooooo funny.... she made me laugh much ....she was such a great example on how to be joyful and serve our Lord ....

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Sandra Hanks
July 22, 2020
Our hearts were so blessed having known Mrs Coker, she was my son's teacher, I substituted for her, she was a friend and a joy Everytime you spoke to her, funny and kind. She definitely made a great impact in this world, for all her students, family and friends. Prayers ... Continue Reading
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