Jack M. Nation, 79, passed away on November 14, 2011. He was born December 20, 1931 in Oklahoma City, OK to William and Leone (Schultz) Nation. Jack served his country during the Korean War and as a 43 year member of the Oklahoma Army National Guard Thunderbirds, retiring in 1990. After Jack retired, he dedicated his time to his wife and family. Jack enjoyed volunteering at the 45th Infintry Division Museum for 15 years. Survivors include his daughter, Janet Pifer (Ed), sons, James Nation (Kathy), John Nation (Lisa). 8 grandchildren, Marcus, Bill, Chad, Karl, Miranda, Brittany, Chloee and Sophia and 9 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews, and his special little chihuahua, Sugar. He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 sisters, 5 brothers, son Jerry Nation and his loving wife of 61 years JoAnn Nation by 19 days. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the 45th Infantry Division Museum, at 2145 NE 36th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73111. (405)424-5313. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 17, 2011 from 10:00 to 7:00 pm at Bill Eisenhour Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. November 18, 2011 at Sunny Lane Family Church. Interment will follow at Sunny Lane Cemetery. Condolences may be offered at www.eisenhourfuneral.com
