Birth date: Apr 11, 1943 Death date: Sep 24, 2023
Jack Thomas Downer April 11, 1943 – September 24, 2023 Jack Thomas Downer age 80, passed away after a sudden heart attack on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at Hillcrest Hospital South in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Jack graduated in 1961, fro Read Obituary
Dear Nelda, Bruce, Tris and family: it's hard to know what to say at a time like this because the absence of someone extraordinary has affected each one of us. JT (or Jackie, which is what he was fondly called in his early years) was one of the kindest, most gentle, loving people I have ever known. He was gifted in so many ways and loved by all who knew him. He was an example of quiet humility and grace. Although we lived far apart, we picked right up where we left off, like blessed families do. I love him and pray that God's presence will be a comfort to you all in the days ahead. All my love, Melanie
Jack was a wonderful guy. Jack was the kindest most generous neighbor. He was always offering to help and give advice to anyone who needed it, whether it be house concerns or the yard/garden. As a Master Gardener he helped those in need including neighbors with garden projects. Even though I really didn’t get to know his family except Nelda, he talked quite a lot about his wonderful family with a big smile on his face. He loved his spouse and family so much.
A family man at heart.
We would run to the hardware store many times, go out to eat, see a movie or two(with the ladies), as well as go to see college basketball at the University of Tulsa numerous times every year. Our friendship stood the test of time. He will be missed so much.
My fondest memory of Jack was having him & Nelda join us in Greece for our nuptials in October, 2011…we arrived there 12 years ago, today, what an adventure! We’ll forever remember their kindness and will miss him greatly! Sending much love and big hugs to the family! ❤️
Our deepest sympathy to Nelda, Bruce, Tris, Tess & Brooks and all of the Downer family. Jack was always such a gentle, kind presence at any of the family gatherings we all attended as a family. I appreciated his steadiness during sometimes difficult situations. He was a wonderful person and brought me such comfort. He will be missed by all. Lou Ann & I will make a donation in Jack's name to our local Nebraska Humane Society here is Omaha, who we support.
Jack was one of the good ones!!
Terena & Lou Ann
Terena Kring lit a candle in memory of Jack Downer
