Jack Lee Edgar

October 3, 1936 – October 17, 2011

Jack Lee Edgar, 75, of Collinsville, Oklahoma, departed this life on October 17, 2011.

Born on October 3, 1936, he was the son of Harry and Alma Edgar. He grew up in Lucien, Oklahoma, and graduated from Perry High School in 1954. Jack served in the U.S. Army from 1959-1960.

On May 23, 1964, Jack married Rita Hutcheson. After his service to his country, he went back to work in the oilfield. Starting on the floor he worked his way up to Drilling Superintendent. Jack worked for Unit Drilling Company for 38 years retiring in 2001.

Jack lived life to the fullest! He was an avid coon hunter, western swing dancer and a member of the Cornerstone Church. Jack also enjoyed the simple pleasures of good food, good friends and a toothpick. His greatest joy was being involved with his children and grandchildren in all aspects of their life while watching them grow.

Survivors include his wife, Rita, of the home; brother, Max Edgar of Oklahoma City; children – Gary and Melissa Hula of Enid; Melinda Edgar, Keith and Margaret Perkins, John and Shelly Edgar, all of Collinsville; and Ted and Mona Wallin of Bristow. His nine grandchildren include: Jordan and Kaden Perkins, Brooklyn, Delani and Max Wallin, Austin and Macy Hula, Emery and Isabel Edgar.

Celebration of the life of Jack Lee Edgar will be at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 20th at the Grace Hill Cemetery Pavilion in Perry, Oklahoma. Officiating the service will be Helmer Johnson. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Jack Edgar Memorial Fund at the Cornerstone Church, 2018 West Plum, Collinsville, Oklahoma 74021.