John H. Wilcox Jr., 87, was born on October 26, 1938, in Ames, Oklahoma to Goldie Pearl Chappell Wilcox and John H. Wilcox Sr. He passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, surrounded by his partner Carleen, granddaughter Rachel, and close friends. He leaves behind a legacy of service, leadership, and Steadfast devotion to his family and friends.

He dedicated much of his life to public service, holding city management positions in Sapulpa and Mannford, Oklahoma. He was deeply committed to improving the communities he served. He contributed his time and leadership to the Jaycees, the Camp Fire Board, United Way, and the Sapulpa Park and Recreation Board, always working to make life better for those around him. He was also a dedicated member of the Sapulpa Methodist Church where he served on several committees.

In addition to public service, John was an entrepreneur. He was the founder and long-time owner of Eagle Peak Monuments, a business known for its quality, care, and compassion for the families it served. Through his work, he helped countless people honor their loved ones with dignity.

He is preceded in death by his parents Goldie and John Wilcox Sr., step father A.F. Navarro, daughter Susan Lynn Wilcox, sisters Bonnie Navarro, Carma Jo Pritchett, and Virginia Stuart, and brothers Danny Smith and Robert Wilcox.

John is survived by his spouse of 18 years Carleen Weisz, daughter Andrea Deaton, sisters Beverly Cunningham, Gloria Linn, Karen Learue (Mike), nephews Jim Cunningham (Deena), and Joe Cunningham, grandchildren Katelyn Schafstall (BJ and son Oliver), Rachel Smith (Michael) and Justin Stark (Abby), Carleen’s children Shana Thomas (Scott), Duane Golden (Michelle), and grandchildren Bryan Thomas (Grace), Jenna Voss (Brady), Macie Golden, and Cable Golden.

He will be remembered by his family and friends for his steadfast presence, generosity, tireless service to others, and the lasting impact he made on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Memorials in his honor can be made to the Oklahoma Special Olympics, American Heart Association, the Dementia and Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, and the Sapulpa Salvation Army.