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Robert Lee "Bob" Jett Sr.

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Robert Lee "Bob" Jett Sr, 85, of Rogers and long-time resident of Louisiana, passed away Monday, April 9, 2018. He was born September 6, 1932 in Morgan City, Louisiana to the late James Francis Jett Sr and Winnie Mae Randall Jett. He is also preceded by his loving wife of 63 years, Joan Yvonne Jett; a son, Robert Jett Jr; a daughter, Dana Lynn Jett; a brother, Pat Jett and a great grandson, Teddy Hensley. Bob was a veteran of the Korean War. While serving in the Navy he enjoyed playing baseball for his ship the USS Yorktown. Bob retired from the oil fields after more than 50 years of service. He was head of the Oklahoma Oilmen's Association where he organized fish fries for local charities. Bob enjoyed golfing and spending time with his family, especially attending his grandchildren and great grandchildren sporting events. Survivors include a daughter, Roxie Hensley of Rogers; a son, Ryan Jett Sr (Amanda) of Florida; 6 brothers, Jimmy Jett (Sylvia), Donald Jett (Cathy), Ronald Jett (Frances) all of Louisiana, Tony Jett (Ann) of Georgia and Fritzi Jett (Patsy) of Missouri; a daughter in law, Sandy Jett of Oklahoma; a son in law, Ron Hensley Sr of Alabama; 5 grandchildren, Ron Hensley Jr (Kelley) of Rogers, Randy Hensley (Shannon) of Ft Smith, Ashley Jett of Missouri, Ryan Jett Jr and Dalton Jett both of Oklahoma; his great grandchildren, Sara, Ellasyn, Carter, Grayden, Blake, Elijah and Tyler; numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. A service and interment will be at 2:00 pm Sunday, April 29, 2018 in Morgan City Cemetery, Morgan City, Louisiana. Arrangements are under the care of Rollins Funeral Home in Rogers. Condolences may be expressed at www.RollinsFuneral.com.

Published April 15, 2018

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