March 1, 1941 – October 25, 2024

Rush Springs, OK

Mildred Jean Funk, known affectionately as Jean to her friends and family, departed this life on October 25, 2024, in her hometown of Rush Springs, Oklahoma. Born on March 1, 1941, to the late John and Hattie (Wilcox) Weyrick, Jean’s life was a testament to the power of love, kindness, and unwavering faith.

Services will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at the Southern Baptist Church in Rush Springs, with Rev. Paul Phipps officiating. Burial will follow at the Westview Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 9:30 AM until 11:00 AM at the Callaway-Smith-Cobb Chapel in Rush Springs.

Jean was a proud graduate of Rush Springs Public Schools, where she formed the foundation of a life characterized by dedication to her loved ones and her community. She embraced the role of homemaker with grace and joy, creating a warm and welcoming home for all who crossed her threshold.

She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories with her daughters, Becky and Doug Childress of Rush Springs, Jennie and James Woods of Broken Bow, Jenifer and Keith Collier of Rush Springs, her adored eight grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren, who will continue to honor her spirit.

Jean was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harry Funk, her son Donnie Funk, her grandson Rusty Funk, her son-in-law Jimmy Simpson, her parents, four brothers, six sisters, one step-brother, and one infant sibling.

Jean’s hands were rarely still, as she found solace and joy in quilting, crocheting, and embroidery. She was an avid teacher of quilting, passing on her skills and passion to others. Her flower beds were a testament to her love for beauty and nature, and she cherished the time spent tending to them almost as much as the time spent with her family.

Those who knew Jean will remember her as the epitome of loving-kindness. Her faith-filled life was an inspiration to many, and her gentle presence will be profoundly missed. Jean’s story is not one of an end but a beautiful reminder of the impact one life, lived with love and faith, can have on the world.