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Jimmie Dale Coker Jr. of Prague, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was 69 years old.
Jimmie was born on May 24, 1956, in Okmulgee, Oklahoma to Jimmie Dale Coker Sr. and Sonya Nanette (Hancock) Coker. He graduated from Del City High School in 1975. A gifted athlete, he played football at Southwestern Oklahoma State University and East Central University before pursuing education at OSU Institute of Technology in Okmulgee, where he earned his Mechanical Contracting License.
A hardworking and dedicated provider, Jimmie spent many years as a self-employed mechanical contractor before beginning a 23-year career with ExxonMobil. He was deeply respected in his field and known for his strong work ethic and quiet integrity.
On January 26, 1986, he married the love of his life, Robin Dale Dawson. Together, they built a home in Prague and raised three daughters"Tara Dale, Cayla Dale, and Corbin Dale" who became his greatest pride. That pride only grew as he welcomed and cherished his grandchildren and great-grandchild.
Jimmie lived by the values of humility and kindness. He often reminded those he loved, "Stay humble and we have nothing but good problems."
He never met a stranger. He was the kind of man who would give the shirt off his back to someone in need, never asking for recognition, only doing what was right. He could light up any room he walked in with his smile. He had a special gift for making those around him feel valued. He did not do anything halfway. He was able to do anything or fix anything he put his mind to. He was an avid supporter of his children and grandchildren's many activities, from sports to livestock shows, cheering them on with love and encouragement.
Above all, he always put God first. He looked forward to taking his grandkids to church every Wednesday. He took pride in maintaining the grounds of his beloved church, Paden First Baptist, where he faithfully served as a deacon.
Jimmie was preceded in death by his mother, Sonya Nanette Coker, and his brother, Cary Russell Coker.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 39 years, Robin Dale Coker; his father, Jimmie Dale Coker Sr.; his daughters, Tara Dale Pickard and husband Brandon, Cayla Dale Blocker and husband Lance, and Corbin Dale McClendon and husband Daelen; eight grandchildren, Kylie Morse, Katie Pickard, Natalie Blocker, Hattie Blocker, Claire Blocker, Ruby McClendon, Abram McClendon, and Shiloh McClendon; and one great-grandchild, Dannie Morse. He also leaves behind a host of extended family and dear friends who will miss him deeply.
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