Jackie Glenn Gregory Sr.

Jackie Glenn Gregory Sr., age 77, passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 12, 2025, Coffeyville, Kansas.

Born on March 5, 1948, in Delaware, Oklahoma, Jack was the son of Benjamin and Ruby Evelyn (Allen) Gregory. He spent most of his childhood in the Delaware area, where he attended school until his family moved to Coffeyville during his teenage years.

Jack met the love of his life, Janice Lorene Lucas, and they were united in marriage on July 6, 1971, in Miami, Oklahoma. They shared a loving partnership that lasted 40 years until Janice's passing on July 27, 2011. Together, they raised two children, Joy and Jackie Gregory Jr.

Jack and Janice enjoyed traveling to various attractions and visiting extended family. Following Janice’s passing, Jack continued to uphold their tradition of family outings, accompanied by his son Jackie Jr. until Jackie Jr.'s passing on July 26, 2020.

Known for his generosity, Jack often prioritized helping others before attending to his own needs. He had a talent for striking up conversations with strangers, making everyone feel valued and acknowledged.

Jack's work life included positions at Morrow Foundry, Western Publishing, and USD 445 as a janitor. He ultimately retired after driving the iconic snow cone truck for Tex Ritter in Coffeyville.

In his leisure time, Jack found joy in fishing, cultivating tomatoes, exploring with his metal detector, and enjoying meals out with family and friends.

Jack's memory lives on through his daughter Joy Smith and companion William Llewellyn, grandchildren Alex Anderson and wife Dez,  Chris Anderson and Tristan Anderson; great grandchildren Odin Anderson; siblings Frank Gregory, Velda Cunningham, Linda Hills, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. In addition to his wife and son Jack was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Martha Gregory and Thelma Mullins and infant sister Mary and great granddaughter Lily Anderson.  

In accordance with Jack’s wishes, cremation will take place under the direction of Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel. A private family service will be held where Jack will be laid to rest alongside his beloved wife, Janice, and their son, Jackie Jr., at Fairview Cemetery in Coffeyville.  For those who would wish to make contributions to Ford-Wulf-Bruns Chapel to help assist the family with unexpected expenses may do so through the chapel. 

The family invites those who wish to leave a message of condolence or share a memory to visit his obituary page at www.fordwulfbrunschapel.com