J.P. Luiten

J.P. grew up in Odessa with his siblings. He joined his older sister, Coleen, and brother, Bud, and later became the big brother to Fritz, Coletta, and Charlene. He graduated from Odessa High School in 1955.

In August 1956, J.P. enlisted in the United States Army and served until June 1958. During his service, he was stationed at Fort Collins, Colorado.

On September 21, 1958, J.P. married the love of his life, Joyce Frieske, at Heritage Church in Odessa. Together they built a loving home and raised two sons, Steve and Todd. Family meant everything to J.P., and he took great joy in spending time with them.

He was a proud grandfather to Kelsie, Logan, Jeffrey, and Cody, and he especially cherished his role as great-grandfather to Avery, Alex, Evelyn, Magnolia, and Franklin.

J.P. dedicated 42 years of service to Odessa Union Warehouse, where he worked his way up to become a foreman before retiring.

In his free time, J.P. enjoyed fishing, golfing, and playing cards with family and friends. In later years, he also enjoyed playing Bingo, Five Crowns, and Play 9 at the nursing home, where he continued to share laughter and companionship with those around him.

The family would like to thank the staff at Odessa Memorial Healthcare Center for their loving care of JP for the past 3 years. He loved each and every caregiver and cherished his time with all of you.

J.P. was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Joyce; his brothers, Bud and Fritz; and his sister-in-law, Patricia.

He is survived by his sons, Steve and Chris, and Todd and Rhonda; his grandchildren, Kelsie and Derek, Logan and Priscilla, Jeffrey and Madison, and Cody; and his great-grandchildren, Avery, Alex, Evelyn, Magnolia, and Franklin. He is also survived by his sisters, Coleen, Coletta and Ron, and Charlene and Mike, along with several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

A private family burial will be held. A funeral service will take place on Friday, March 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Heritage Church in Odessa. Friends and family are invited to join for cookies, punch, and coffee following the service at the church.