© Cathey Wilder

Jerry Frank McCarver passed peacefully in his sleep at the age of 81 on July 18, 2021.He was ready to join his life long love, Leota, in heaven.

Jerry was born in Slaton, Texas on March 24, 1940, the son of James William McCarver and Verna Lee Crossland. After graduating from Milburn High School, he married the love of his life, Leota Lea Debock on July 1st, 1958. He and his wife of 61 years built a life at Lake Texoma, where the McCarver's managed and owned marinas throughout the years, including Willow Springs, Catfish Bay and Soldier Creek resorts. In addition to enjoying time at the lake, Jerry shared with his wife, a love of golf, fishing, and hunting. He loved animals; Maggie, their dog, particularly. He made a habit of watching "Big Bang Theory" every evening and didn't appreciate distractions during the "Price is Right" Game Show.

Those he leaves to cherish him and memories of times spent with him include daughters Jo Anna Cooper and Danny Bokies of Kingston, OK, Sheri and Stephen Hutchins of Marietta, OK, granddaughter Angie Cooper of Gordonville, TX, granddaughter Jennifer Gray of Vernon, TX, grandson Kory Atcuson of Seattle, WA., 5 great-grandchildren, 3 Great-Great Grandchildren, brother James (Bo) McCarver and partner Karin, and sister Martha Moore.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Leota McCarver, parents, and brother Billy (Bill) Robert McCarver.

Services will be at Condon Grove Cemetery in Milburn, OK.

The family request social distancing.