MARILYN “JO’ PERCY

Marilyn “Jo” Percy, 94, Lamar, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, following a day of fun and activities spent with her beloved family.

Jo was born in Garber, Okla. to Edgar and Olevia (Sims) Maupin. At the age of four she moved with her family to Milford, where she was raised and later graduated from Lamar High School with the Class of 1950. She dedicated much of her professional life to Family Services, where she became director in 1973 and continued that role until her retirement.

A pillar of the community, Jo was actively involved in numerous organizations including Chat and Chew and Rotary. She was a devoted member of Lamar Christian Church, where she served in many roles over the years.

Jo had a deep love for family and adventure. She and her husband Bill enjoyed traveling and took their family on memorable vacations and cruises. She also enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s sporting events and activities.

She was a woman of many talents and interests. Jo enjoyed synchronized swimming and was a lifetime member of Weight Watchers. She was an excellent seamstress and was known for her impeccable ironing skills.

Jo was first married to Donald Rose in 1954, who tragically died in a car accident in 1957. She later married William “Bill” Percy on August 24, 1962 and they shared 60 happy years together.

Survivors include her daughters, Debbie (Kent) Harris and Sherri (Kerry) Banwart; foster daughters, Colleen (Bryan) Logie and Oma Baker; grandchildren, Zach (Lindsay) Harris, Ben (Alisha) Harris, Isaac (Lauren) Harris, Calista (Jamie) Worrall and Cama Banwart; eight great-grandsons, Noah, Jude, Aidan, Ethan, Chance, Gaige, Gabriel and Grayson Harris; and four great-granddaughters, Ella Harris, Jaycee, Alex and Lyndee Worrall. She is also survived by her sister, Nona Blackmore; her brother, Wayne “Bud” Maupin and many nieces and nephews.

Jo was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Donald Rose; her second husband, William Percy and her sister, Grace Batley.

A funeral service will be held at Konantz Warden Funeral Home on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 10 a.m., followed by interment at Lake Cemetery.

Condolences may be left at www.konantzwarden.com.