Jeffry Grace of Ripley, Oklahoma passed away on March 27, 2014 at the age of 51.
Memorial Services have been entrusted to Palmer Marler Funeral Home Cushing, Oklahoma and will be held on April 12, 2014 at the Palmer Marler Funeral Home Chapel.
Jeffry was born January 27, 1963 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Bobby and Sharon (Smith) Grace. Jeffry attended Benton High School in St. Joseph, Missouri and Hillyard Technical Center, graduating in 1981 where he obtained his welding degree. After high school, Jeffry began working as an oilfield hand in Texas and worked on oil rigs, he spent almost 15 years at Mid-Land steel as a welder. Jeffry loved football especially the Kansas City Chiefs; he also enjoyed music and playing his guitar and drums. Jeffry was a true family man, he loved spending time with his children and family.
Jeffry is survived his wife Teesa, his parents Bobby and Sharon Grace of St. Joseph, Missouri, four sons Sean Grace of Vale Colorado, Dustin Grace of St. Joseph, Missouri, Dylan Grace of Cushing and Elias Grace of Cushing, two sisters Barb Weathermon and husband Jim of St. Joseph, Missouri, Kim Smith and husband Ronnie of St Joseph, Missouri.
Jeffry is preceded in death by his Grand Parents
Condolences and an online guestbook are available at www.PalmerMarlerFH.com.
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