Jason Sesher

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jason Sesher, who left this world peacefully on August 19, 2026, after fighting a 17-month illness surrounded by the love of his wife, son, and mother-in-law. Born on February 9, 1976, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Jason was a beacon of warmth, creativity, and kindness throughout his life. Jason was the beloved son of Ralph Sesher and the late Liz Golden. He cherished his family and friends deeply, and his life was enriched by the bonds he shared with them.

He lost his sister and best friend, Angie in February of 2020 and also is preceded in death by his grandparents, (Sesher and Golden); his mom, Elizabeth Golden; his uncles, Dennis and John; a cousin, Madison and most recently his cousin, Chris Golden (brother, best friend and mentor).

He is lovingly remembered and survived by his devoted wife, Danna Sesher, with whom he shared a beautiful marriage, filled with love and mutual respect. Danna often reflected that Jason was her heart, soul and their relationship was a testament to the power of love, determination and companionship. Jason would never skip a beat to let anyone know, Danna was his guardian angel/saving grace. Jason fell in love with Danna over 30 years ago, they found their way back to each other as true soul mates do. He was her Huckleberry. Jason was always dressed nice and loved the finer things in life, especially having a beautiful yard. Jason adored both of his kids. Caelion was a son to him and he never treated him differently even though he was not his biological father. He adored Caelion and he was a priority in his life. He always wanted people to know how proud he was of Caelion. He loved his son Maddox deeply and wished he had more time together.

Jason was a proud father to his sons, Caelion Murphy (wife Maggie) and Maddox Sesher. His family was his pride and joy, and he relished his roles as a father, husband, son, nephew and cousin. Jason also leaves behind his father, Ralph; his in-laws, Ray and Sandy Henley whom he never considered in-laws as Sandy was his best friend and Ray was more of a hero to him and Richard Putnam whom he loved to visit: nephew, Taylor Bailey (Audrey wife); his nieces, Cortlyn, Katelyn, and Ali: Uncle Dale and Pat Golden, Uncle Don and Aunt Freda, and numerous great-nieces, nephews, and cousins. His family was his anchor, and their love for him was unwavering. His Aunt Pat and Freda were like mothers to him.

Jason's life was a tapestry woven with diverse experiences and passions. He pursued his education in accounting at Rose State College and UCO, but his heart found its true calling in the culinary arts. A chef by trade, Jason brought his culinary talents to a variety of restaurants in Oklahoma City and Dallas, including the extraordinary opportunity to cook for the Dallas Cowboys, a highlight he cherished. His love for design and creativity was also evident in his work with Bruno's Furniture in Oklahoma City, where he excelled in interior decorating and design. The Bruno’s were like an extended family. At family gatherings or out with friends, Jason was the entertainment, he was the comedian, always left people shaking their heads and laughing especially the younger kids around, he was always making them giggle and loved playing with them. Jason didn’t have a shy bone in him.

Jason and Danna attended Harvest Time Church where they were both saved, baptized and helped different businesses and organizations feed the homeless and shelters.

From a young age, Jason was captivated by skateboarding, a passion he shared with his late cousin/brother, Chris Golden. Together, they skated through the hills and roads at Chicken Creek on Tenkiller Lake, creating memories that Jason held dear. They could also open a shoe store with their collections of Vans and favorite Nikes. He adored his Grandpa Raymond and Grandma Mildred and cherished the times spent camping with them, family, his sister and many cousins accompanied by the soundtrack of his favorite music and his family sitting by the fire playing and singing their own instruments with songs.

Jason's musical talents extended beyond listening; he was skilled in playing the drums and writing music. His love for music was reflected in his admiration for bands like Tool, Metallica, and Foo Fighters. In the past, you could always find Jason at a concert whether it was at a larger stadium or local small venue. His passion for golf was instilled by his father, and it became a lifelong love that Jason enjoyed sharing with family and friends. You would find him on the course with the best irons, putters and drives.

Known for his warmth and friendliness, Jason never met a stranger. He never discriminated friendships between the ones who were very successful to the homeless ones he met trying to survive. He also had stories to share, especially the ones with Kirby, Shannon, Brandon, Jeff, Thomas, Trish and Joe and many others. He enjoyed the fun of being mistaken for the famous Troy Aikman and brought joy and laughter to those around him. His legacy is one of love, creativity, and an infectious zest for life.

In memory of Jason Sesher, the family kindly requests that donations be made to your local homeless shelters or to his wife and father honoring his spirit of kindness and generosity. Jason's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and friendship. As we remember him, may we celebrate the joy he brought to the world and hold his memory close in our hearts.

A family-led memorial service for Jason will be held 4 p.m., Sunday, September 20 at Harvest Time Church in Fort Smith (3100 Briarcliff Ave). Cremation arrangements are under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood.