John William Tribble, 81, of Oklahoma City passed from this lifeon May 9. 2024. He was born on July 6, 1942.

John was known by many names: Johnny, John, Honey, Daddy, Dad, and finally Papa.

John was known for his selfless nature, patience, and always being in a good mood. He was a big kid at heart. He loved to play and was always up for an adventure. John, the original DIYer, was always ready for his next project, There wasn't anything he didn't know or couldn't learn how to do.

His true passions were church and family. He was a deacon, a Sunday School teacher, a Royal Ranger Commander, an all around humble church servant.

He was a devoted PaPa to his 7 grandchildren. He made a conscious effort to be in their lives in every way possible. He actively researched their hobbies, showed up for every moment, big or small, but more than anything, he just loved them. He demonstrated selfless love to our family in the way he loved his wife of 59 years.

Throughout his career, John worked for Western Electric, AT&T, retired from Lucent after 30 years of service. He will be remembered for his dedication and contributions to the telecommunications industry.

John's kindness and joyful spirit will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

John is survived by the love of his life, Connie Tribble, his daughters Darla Lewis, husband Steve and Sheila Parker, husband Brian, along with his grandchildren, Kourtney Parker, Kaylie Collins, husband Craig, Kassidy Parker, Samuel Lewis, Kamryn Parker, Nathan Lewis, and Mason Parker. He was also anticipating the arrival of his first great-grandson, Hudson Collins.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Hershcel and Bessie Tribble, brothers Clifford, Calvin, and Franklin, as well as his sisters, Marie Martin and Pearl Spainhower.

A viewing will be from 4:00 - 8:00 Monday, May 13th for family and friends, at Vondel L. Smith & Son Mortuary, S934 S. Western Ave, OKC, OK 73139. A Celebration of Life service will be held on 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at the Capitol Hill Assembly of God Church, 2400 S. I-240 Svc Road in Oklahoma City.