John Hessie Redfearn

John dedicated over 50 years of his life to pastoral ministry as a Baptist pastor in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and California, impacting countless lives with his deep faith and unwavering commitment to serving others. He also excelled as a master carpenter, a skill that he both cherished and shared generously.

A man of many talents and passions, John was an avid fisherman and builder, always eager to spend time in nature or working on a new project. His love for his family and friends was boundless, and he was often found in the company of loved ones, sharing stories and making memories.

John attended the Trinity Baptist Church of Grove, OK.

He leaves behind a legacy of love and faith that is carried on by his brother, Ulus Redfearn; sister, Betty Redfearn Earhart; daughters, Sandy (Fred) Howard and Dianna Yandell; grandchildren, Kelly (Drew) Martin, Joe (Amy) Yandell, and Cassie (Nate) Horath; great-grandchildren, Shelby (Ethan) Kirk, Andrew and Landon Horath, Christopher, Noelle Yandell and Roland Martin; sister-in-law, Barbara (Bill) Davis; brother-in-law, Jim (Jean) Pinkston; and numerous nieces and nephews.

John was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 69 years, Carolyn Redfearn; siblings, Wanda Fountain, Edith York, Linda Kepner Franklin, Mary Ellen Layne, and brothers, Wilburn, Fred, and Blue (Carrol) Redfearn; as well as his son-in-law, Jonathan Yandell.

Funeral services for John Redfearn will be conducted on Monday, August 12th, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Reed-Culver Funeral Home with Reverend Steven Redfearn officiating. His family will receive visitors on Monday, August 12th, 2024 beginning at 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Reed-Culver Funeral Home in Tahlequah. He will be laid to rest in Blue Spring Cemetery, 11579 Blue Springs Road, Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Pallbearers for John include Joe Yandell, Nate Horath, Drew Martin, Ethan Kirk, Roland Martin, Andrew Horath and Landon Horath.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of John may be made to the Comforting Hands Hospice of Grove, OK, honoring his compassionate spirit. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.