Jack Keith passed from this life in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on September 17, 2022, at the age of 74 years. He was born on March 12, 1948, in Oklahoma City to Malcolm and Eva (Gross) Keith. Jack married Gail Tucker on June 8, 1973, on the Tucker Ranch at Finley, Oklahoma and together in faith they raised a close family that meant everything to them. That faith is carrying them now.
Jack was blessed with many interests and talents. He enjoyed training his horses, roping with his pardners, building bits and spurs, and spending time with their grandkids. He had many professions, including horseshoeing, cattle ranching, horse training, and 21 years with the Oklahoma Department of Corrections. He was a long-time member of the Elmore City Church of Christ.
Jack is preceded in death by: Parents: Malcolm and Eva Keith; and his father and mother-in-law: Ray and Lois Tucker.
He is survived by:
His wife of 49 years: Gail Keith of the home
3 children: daughter: Becky and Joe Custer of Durant, Oklahoma
Son: Matt and Jessi Keith of Elmore City, Oklahoma
Daughter: Amy and Will McLin of Elmore City, Oklahoma
8 grandchildren: Jack Custer and Jay Custer of Durant, Oklahoma; Ridge McLin, Madigan McLin, and Merrick McLIn, of Elmore city, Oklahoma; Ty Jack Keith, Hallie Keith, and Whit Matthew Keith of Elmore City, Oklahoma.
Sister: Karen Ford and husband John
Sister-in-law: Janet McCoy and husband Denny
Brothers-in-law: Todd Tucker and wife Jane; and Leland Tucker
Along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and lifetime of good friends.