Jess Harjochee died Jan. 1, 2023 in Tulsa at the age of 46.
He was born Nov. 5, 1976 in Wetumka to Lewis “Barney” Harjochee and Deborah Culley.
Jess was a resident of Okfuskee County most all of his life and was a graduate of Mason High School. He later received an associate’s degree from OSU Tech in Okmulgee.
He is preceded in death by his parents and companion, Michelle Lowe.
Jess is survived by his son, Jeay Harjochee of Henryetta; four daughters: Taya, Dayna, Jessica and Neeleh all of Henryetta and one brother, Paul Harjochee and fiancé, Billie Proctor of Henryetta.
Active pallbearers will be Brian Culley, Corey King, Cordell King, Jerimiah Johnson, Jacob Johnson, Devon Pack and Cody Phillips.
Honorary bearers include Phil Phillips, Patrick Bear, Reuben Culley, Okfuskee Ceremonial Ground Members and Darrin Mack.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 5, 2023 at 1 p.m. at the Salt Creek Baptist Church of Wetumka with interment to follow at the Unusee–Harjochee Family Cemetery.
Services are under the direction of Parks Brothers Funeral Home in Okemah and officiated by Rev. Timothy Coon.