James Ray McKeehan

James Ray McKeehan was born October 12, 1965 to James Carroll and Jessie Mae McKeehan. He lived most of his life in Wagoner and later lived in Hulbert with his family. James passed from this life Sunday, May 31, 2026 at home in Hulbert with his family with him as he wished.

Before retiring, James worked as a truck driver for 23 years at Wagoner Country District 2 in Wagoner, a job he enjoyed most days. He enjoyed so many things in life. In his younger years, James enjoyed bull riding and team roping. After bull riding, James was a bull fighter for a short time. James learned to be an auctioneer. He participated in several charity events to raise money for people in need. James loved to listen to music and dance. He was an excellent dancer. He would often sit outside with a fire going and listen to music. One thing about James, he loved to have a good time. One of the past-times that he enjoyed was spending time outdoors while riding four-wheelers. He had many good memories of riding with his friends and family.

James is preceded in death by his mother Jessie (Walker) McKeehan, his grandparents Claude and Dora Walker and his beloved uncle John Deatherage. He is survived by his wife of 13 years Jeanetta McKeehan of the home. Daughters and sons-in-law, Stevie Fowler and husband Haydon Fowler of Tahlequah. Nikki Hobbs and husband Ralph Hobbs of Bristow. Grandchildren Kegan Manning, Lexton Manning and Autumn Hobbs. Father Jim McKeehan and sister Dorma Day of Wagoner. Aunt Georgia Deatherage of Wagoner. Nieces Amanda husband Robert Merz and Jackie Burchett of Wagoner. Many friends who will remember James for touching their lives.

It was a great honor to be loved by James, because when he loved someone, he loved with all his heart.

Honorary pallbearers are Haydon Fowler, Mike (Rerun) Miles, Chris Edwards, Robert Merz, Gauge Merz and Preston Bunch.

The family thanks Dr. Caleb Scheckel and Oklahoma Cancer Specialist Research Institute, Sheila Maddox, RN, and Wagoner Hospital for all of the care they provided over the years.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, 11:00 a.m., June 13, 2026 at Hulbert Community (I.O.O.F) Cemetery, Hulbert, Oklahoma.

The family of James McKeehan has entrusted his care and cremation to Mallett Funeral Home and Crematory, 417 East Cherokee Street, Wagoner, Oklahoma, 74467. 918-485-2911