John Josie Sr., a resident of Henryetta, died Nov. 17, 2016 in Henryetta at the age of 55. He was born Aug. 10, 1961 in Wetumka to Jacob Josie and Leona (Jacobs) Josie. He was raised around the Ryal area and will be laid to rest with his parents, Jacob Josie and Leona (Jacobs) and a brother, Barney Jacob.
He is survived by his wife of over 30 years, Emma Josie of the home; son, John Josie, Jr., of the home; two step sons: Josiah and Jeremiah Proctor also of the home;
He is further survived by five brothers and one sister.
John will be taken to Hickory Ground #2 at 4 p.m., Monday, November 21, 2016 for a wake service at 7 p.m.
Pallbearers will be Adam Bear, Johnny Hicks, Chris Jacob, Tristain Demmitt, Dwayne Chamberlain and Tom Taylor. Honorary pallbearers will be Norman McNac, Matt Chamberlain, Todd Chamberlain, James Morgan, Josiah Proctor and Elliott Proctor.
Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at Hickory Ground #2 Church. Interment will follow in Jacob Family Cemetery under direction of Integrity Funeral Service.