BORN
1920
DIED
2012
Jack Hough Obituary
Jack Hough was born September 10, 1920 in Lone Wolf, Oklahoma, the son of Chapman and Hazel Hough who worked as a school superintendent and school teacher. His grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Van Doren, were pioneer settlers in the land run of the Cherokee Strip in Oklahoma. Jack graduated from Cameron High School at age 16 and graduated summa cum laude in 1939 from Southeastern State College in Durant with a degree in Chemistry. He then graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in 1943. Inducted into the Navy during his senior year at medical school, Jack received the Bronze Star fighting with the 4th Marine Division leading a troop of 40 corpsmen at the Battle of Iwo Jima.
Dr. Hough practiced as an Ear, Nose and Throat-Head and Neck surgeon in Oklahoma City beginning in 1946. He limited his practice to otology (the ear) in 1955 and 'retired' at age 80, but continued working on research related to the ear until shortly before his death. Dr. Hough pioneered microscopic middle ear surgery in the late '50s. He was founder of the Hough Ear Institute at Integris Baptist Medical Center. With his research team there he helped develop the cochlear implant, invented the Audiant bone conduction implant and a middle ear implantable device, the SOUNDTEC Direct Drive System, now the Ototronix Maxum.
Dr. Hough was a clinical professor of Otorhinolaryngology at OU since 1949. He began lecturing worldwide in the 1960s at which time he started fellowship programs bringing ear surgeons to Oklahoma from around the world - especially developing world and third world countries. Dr. Hough authored or co-authored over 100 scientific articles published in professional periodicals and textbooks. He had 14 academic appointments and was a member of 24 professional societies and had held 34 professional offices, including president of the American Otological Society. Four times, he was the guest of honor and featured speaker of the Royal Society of Medicine in London. He received numerous prestigious awards in his chosen field.
Dr. Hough put his Christian faith in action in many ways, including traveling the globe with his wife on medical mission trips, leading Bible studies and mentoring other Christians. In 1993, Dr. Hough founded the Christian Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgeons with over 500 members. In 1999, he and his wife, Jodie, were presented the Servant of Christ Award by the national Christian Medical and Dental Society. Jack also received the Medal of Valor from the American Medical Association.
Jack was on the board of MAP International (formerly Medical Assistance Program) for 40 years from incorporation serving as chairman of the board for 12 years. MAP International has supplied hundreds of millions of dollars worth of drugs and medical supplies to nearly 100 third world countries. With Mike and Tomi Sue Fisher and a group of 20+ believers, Jack and Jodie started Covenant Community Church in Yukon, Oklahoma, in 1979. Dr. Hough was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1990. In 1996 he received the annual 'Salt and Light' award presented by the metro Oklahoma City chapter of the Christian Business Men's Committee of USA (CBMC).
Jack was truly a multitalented individual with a pioneering, entrepreneurial spirit. To Jack's wife he was a faithful lover, friend and companion, to his sons a great dad, to all of his family a Christian patriarch and loving 'Poppie', to his colleagues he was a world-renowned ear surgeon, to employees a beloved boss, to his fellow believers an exemplary elder, and to so many a mentor and 'dad' as truly he had many 'sons' and 'daughters' in the many arenas of his life. All knew he wasn't perfect, but he knew he had a Savior and to His Creator God and His Son, Jesus, he gave all glory.
Dr. Hough's life verse comes from the Living Bible paraphrased by his good friend, Kenneth Taylor, and is written on Jack's tombstone - 'As for me, my contentment is not in worldly wealth or fame, but in seeing You and knowing all is well between us. And when I awake in heaven, I will be fully satisfied, for I will see You face to face.' Psalm 17:15
Viewing will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at Memorial Park Funeral Home, 13313 N Kelley Ave, Oklahoma City, with the family to receive friends 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. A memorial service will be held at Covenant Community Church, 2250 Yukon Parkway, Yukon, Oklahoma on Friday, November 9, at 1 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice with acknowledgments sent to the family at P.O. Box 850240 Yukon, OK 73085.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Katie Heitmann (Kopke)
February 12, 2013
Dr. Jack Hough--thank you for teaching my dad, thank you for being instrumental in moving my family to Oklahoma from San Diego, thank you for giving your life in service during WWII and to helping people hear, some for the first time. Thank you for following Jesus and for the legacy you have left in OKC, HEI, and all over the world. You will be sorely missed here. Now you are truly knowing and getting to see face to face the One who fashioned the ear. We love you.
Alan Gibb
January 5, 2013
Jack Hough, whose friendship I have been privileged to enjoy for around 50 years, has been an absolute source of inspiration to me.In our numerous talks together in Oklahoma,Scotland and elsewhere, Jack confessed to me that during the horrific battle in the Pacific while in war service, he promised God that if he came through alive, he would devote his life to Him. But how many of those in danger have made similar promises and failed to keep them?
But Jack remained true to his promise and became a wonderful disciple with God at the centre of his life. Following his return to civilian life, in his early days as a young otologist he was presented at a medical conference with a prestigious award for his work on the ear: courageously he decided that he must acknowledge publicly God's help and the part that He played in his life. From then on we all knew where Jack stood in his relation to God and his fellow men.
Not only was Jack a great Christian but his skill as an ear surgeon was second to none. I have travelled round the world watching famous ear surgeons and there have been none more skillful than Jack Hough. Many of my own techniques have been derived from what I learned in Oklahoma but I never came near to equalling Jack's wonderful surgical skill.
Jack's clinic was unique as the staff were true Chistians who cared for the patients with prayerful devotion giving them confidence and a sense of security.
My thoughts go to his lifelong Christian companion Jodie and to all the family
November 22, 2012
Dear Hough family,
It's doubtful you remember me as an intern at Presb Hosp in OKC back in 68-69. One day many of you took me up to Eagle Lake, and we hiked down those seven beautiful miles together, Punchbowls and all! Dr. Jack was a kindly mentor during my year in OK, and he let me watch as he performed a couple or more ear procedures at Presb.
I'm winding up 50+ yrs in medicine, having served over half that time as medical consultant for the Navs International here in Colo Springs. You and Jack helped me get my start. Thanks and praise God !!
Danita Testerman
November 12, 2012
I first met Dr. Hough in 1961 when I was diagnosed with a hearing loss and saw him periodically throughout my life. He always told me that one day I would be able to get a cochlear implant and that by the time I needed one, it would help me hear much better. In 2001, when I was scheduling my first cochlear implant, he was working on an implantable hearing aid and another surgeon did my implant. I now have two implants, and the level of hearing I experience is truly a miracle. I have always been touched by the level of caring he provided, by his support of the Hearing Loss Association and even by the Christian literature in his waiting room. He was certainly someone to look to as an example of "let your light so shine before men that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in heaven". My heart goes out to his family.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Carrie Dycus
November 12, 2012
Dr. Hough was a very special man and am so sorry the world and especially his family has to suffer his loss. I was fortunate to have his hands perform surgery on me and give me a precious quality of life I would not have otherwise. My dear husband was also fortunate to receive hearing from surgery Dr. Hough performed, also. We were always grateful Thank you for sharing his talent and expertise with us..Sincerely, Mrs. James Dycus
November 11, 2012
Dearest Family of Dr. Jack Hough,
I join with so many others who knew Dr. Hough in offering my deepest sympathy on his passing. Although it is little consolation at this sad time, it should be of some satisfaction to know that in his passing you can celebrate the end of a very long and productive life.
Dr. Hough saved my life twice during the first 11 months here on earth. Most of the following information came from parents, Bruce and Billye Howard, who have since passed. It is possible that their spirits have visited with Dr. Hough's spirit this past week.
Following Bruce and Billye's four-year-old son's (Kent) death from croup in 1949, I was born. From the beginning, I also had croup problems just as my brother, the only 2 of 7 children who had croup. Because of Kent's early death, Bruce and Billye insisted on getting good doctors for me. They hired Dr. Neil Lysaught, an accomplished doctor, who arranged help from Dr. Jack Hough, another highly skilled doctor.
Dr. Hough performed two tracheostomies on me in December 1950 and April 1951. Following one of the tracheostomies, Dr. Hough approached my mother as he left the operating room. My mother said that Dr. Hough was perspiring from head to toe due to the hours spent saving my life. My mother thanked Dr. Hough for saving my life. Dr. Hough would not acknowledge that he saved my life. Instead, he told my mother that God had saved my life. Dr. Hough's statement, along with my healing, certainly strengthened my mother's faith throughout her entire lifetime.
I thank God every day for Dr. Hough's belief and faith in God. I feel that God saved my life through Dr. Hough's skilled tracheostomies. I am thankful for all those, including Dr. Hough, who gave me the faith to believe in a God that is well aware of my needs.
Reading the other comments shows that Dr. Hough shared his faith in God with others throughout his lifetime. What wonderful accomplishments!
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Linda Beth Howard, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
(nick-named "Princess" by Dr. Hough)
Donna Schoenfelder
November 11, 2012
What an amazing husband, father, grandfather, boss, friend Dr. Hough was to all who knew him. He truly leaves behind a blessed legacy. I was privileged and honored to work for him and I send my heartfelt prayers for comfort to the family. Donna Schoenfelder (Yukon, OK)
November 10, 2012
Dear Dr. Hough Family,
Son, Ted probably doesn't remember me but I was a student aid for him at NWC High School in 1969. I mispronounced his name the first time, bad on me. Dr. Hough was my Dad's ear doctor and was always very kind & patient. He was a truly great man.
Sincerely, Shari Morris Colt, OKC
November 9, 2012
Jack Hough's obituary brought back so many memories of an old friend we knew so many years ago. We remember him as a Christian friend and honor him as an outstanding Oklahoma ear surgeon. In recent years, our daughter Janet Galloway has become good friends with Jack and Jodie's daughter-in-law Donna Hough (married to Jack Jr.(�Van�), as they are both into Arabian horses. When our daughter Susie Wheeler (now Eubanks) was in high school, she was a member of a Christian singing group called "Opening Hours" with Tim Hough, another son, made up of young people from different churches.
It's been so long ago, but I (Mercedes) am associating Jack Hough with the first Billy Graham Crusade held in Oklahoma City, also with friends Minnie Lou and Bob Jessup, who were Republicans and a "Belle for Bellmon" but also worked for Democrat Cleeta John Rogers when he won his Senate seat. I think we met Jack and Jodie through Minnie Lou and Bible Studies and other activities we were invited to, such as a Dinner-Dance once. Al felt a special bond as he too is a graduate Chemist.
When Janet was a teenager, we agreed to buy her a riding horse and I took her out to Jack Hough's ranch near Yukon where he had a herd of beautiful Arabian horses. Jack and Janet and I walked down into the pasture and he sold us Janet's first horse, Farwa Lane, a brood mare with a colt at her side Tamarzon and bred back to a pure bred registered Arabian stallion Ferzon from an old English blood line. I've forgotten how much we paid, but Jack told us we could pay her out in payments however we wanted over a period of time.
When I first started having trouble with my hearing, I went to Jack Hough for my first hearing test and fitting with hearing aids. When he retired, I still went to his clinic Hough Ear Institute with Dr. Dyer as my doctor. Dr. Dyer is the one who noticed my misaligned septum (caused by car accident) and operated to repair it, the best corrective surgery I ever had.
Jack Hough was one of the most amazing men we have known as a friend in our lifetime. His obituary tells the incredible story of his contribution to so many whose lives he touched. He is another of our generation who has left this world a better place because he lived. He was a deep thinker and great Christian. We still have a copy of his booklet "Science, Philosophy, and Religion" he passed out to patients and friends. It was from an address he gave as speaker at a Phi Beta Pi medical fraternity gathering.
I'm quoting the first few paragraphs:
"From a scientific standpoint, it is inconceivable to me that a thinking person would not believe in God. As a man, I look up and I wonder why the tremendous forces of the universe are held together in such perfect harmony: earths, planets, moons, stars, suns all balanced, rotating and moving in prescribed arcs in split-second timing in an order that has continued for an eternity. Furthermore, there seems to be perfection and power down to the smallest atom with its electrons and neutrons. The microscopic world is as perfect as the gross astronomical world. I think of the millions of blood cells now rushing through my body. They are carrying nutrition from my stomach and from my lungs to the uttermost parts of my anatomy, supplying each body cell precisely with exactly what it needs and removing its by-products and keeping it healthy so that it may perform its own individual purposeful activity.
"I say to you that there is not one chance in multiple billions that this world and you and I were put here and maintained by chance. To believe all this exists without a guiding creating hand of a supreme intelligence would require a fantastically blind and illogical mind.
"Let us read how the Bible leads us to the truth concerning the origin and purpose of life. Let us read the thesis statements in the first chapter of the Gospel of John. Verses 1 through 5.
"In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God.
"May I pause here just a moment to state the "Word" translated into Greek is O'Logos. Now I shall reread the first verse here in the Gospel of John refers to the person of the man Jesus Christ. "In the beginning was O'Logos and O'Logos was with God and O'Logos was God" . . . The word O'Logos familiar in all Greek philosophy refers to the whole realm of thought. Now John said then, "In the beginning was the whole realm of thought and the whole realm of thought was with God and the whole realm of thought was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by Him and without Him was not anything made that was made." Al and Mercedes Wheeler, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Vikki Boaz Dearing
November 9, 2012
Jodie and Family - I celebrate Jack's life and thank God for all of the gifts he brought to this world. He was a wonderful example to to many people and a remarkable servant of Christ. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the coming days.
Pam Matthews
November 9, 2012
Dear Dr. Hough and family, Dr. Hough has been an amazing demonstration of the Christian walk and how to treat others. My favorite lesson I learned from him was allowing others to save face when in a dissagreement. Dr. Hough's belief and faith in me made a huge positive impact on my life and my walk with God. He left so many people transformed. Best wishes and blessings.
allen boules
November 8, 2012
The scriptures that Jack loved so well and used as the rulebook in the conduct of his professional and spiritual life, tell us that our life is just a mist but we believe Jack's time on earth swelled into an ocean spray, showering his love, friendship and commitment over all God brought his way. And that ocean spray created waves that grew into a tsunami spreading the message of Jesus Christ from the United States to continent after continent. With Jodie by his side, he invested the special gifts, acclaim and provisions, provided by God, to be loving and special friends to people all over the globe. He will be greatly missed but we rejoice that God has given him his Psalm 17:15 wish.
Allen and Sandra Boules, Midwest City, OK
Kathie Ingle-Price
November 8, 2012
Dear Hough Family,
We were saddened to hear of Jack's passing. I remember coming to your home several times with my father Clyde Ingle, (Jodie"s cousin). He was a wonderful, spiritual man that we all admired. Please know that your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Kathie Ingle Price
and the entire Clyde Ingle Family
Kathy Boaz
November 8, 2012
Praise God for the gift that was Jack Hough! Dale and I are both so grateful and will never forget the sustaining guidance and life-long lessons he and Jodie lent to us years ago before we were married and for all of the love and laughter they have shared over the years; not just with us, but with all of their "extended" family and friends as well. That kind of love and laughter spreads and catches like wildfire! What a gem; truly one of the Lord's saints. God Bless the Hough Family at this special time.
Diana Allen
November 8, 2012
He'll always be Uncle Jack to me. :) I'm so grateful that God brought our families together. Due to Uncle Jack's passion for disciplining men in Christ, there are four generations of believers in our family. When Dad started meeting regularly with Jack in 1964 (or 65), he came to know the Lord ... which led to my becoming a Christian ... which led to Wes's and my children coming to a relationship with Jesus ... which has led to our first granddaughter Amelia accepting Christ as her Savior. How grateful our family is for Uncle Jack's heart for Jesus and his heart to share Jesus with others. We're a part of his legacy. Much, much love to all of the Hough family ...
Ellen Post
November 8, 2012
Dear Jodie,
In my years at MAP I saw a great man of God with a servant's heart who inspired others. His humble spirit and honorable character are hard to find in our world. What a great loss. I know you have that same spirit and we all look forward with anticipation to the great day when we will be united again! Much love, Ellen Post
Julie Ji
November 7, 2012
I am very saddened to hear of Dr. Hough's passing. Dr. Hough was a family friend, and he was like a grandfather to me. I will never forget the kindness and generosity he showed my family when we first moved to Oklahoma, when my mother Dr. Gan joined HEI. His love and compassion knew no bound. He was an amazing man who lived a remarkable life. More importantly, he was a true Christian, one of the greatest men I've ever met. I am grateful for the privilege of knowing him while he was with us. He will forever live on in our thoughts and memories. I send my deepest sympathy to Jodie and the entire Hough family at this difficult time. May God be with you and bless you.
John Phillips
November 7, 2012
I was saddened to hear of Dr. Hough's passing. I remember the first memory verse from the 2:7 class and the way Jack presented it. 1 John 5:11,12. Jack started quoting the verses and laid his pen between the pages of his bible at the start of 12 and removed it as he finished. He used his pen to illustrate that God has given us eternal life in his son (the word) and that he who has the Son has life, he who does not have the son does not have the life (Jack removed his pen from his bible). That lesson will stick with me forever. Thank you Jack.
Pedro Albernaz
November 7, 2012
Dear Jodie,
Our deep sympathy.
Marlene and Pedro Albernaz, from Brazil
Judy Gray
November 7, 2012
Dr. Hough was my "HERO" and I will always be grateful to Dr. Hough for helping change my life for the better!! I was one of the first 20 people in Oklahoma to get the Soundtec Direct Drive System (now the Ototronix Maxim). I was involved in the experimental stages and the first to have both ears receive the Soundtec Direct Drive System. Dr. Hough definately changed my life. Heaven rejoiced when Dr. Hough came through that door to be with our Lord and Savior. Dr. Hough will be greatly missed. Judy Gray
November 7, 2012
Jack and Jodie, Beth and I have so many memories of your Kindnesses to us over the years.To me , Jack you were the one who began my career in otology.My first medical mission trip was with you , and many others. More of import was your leadership in a practical and visible life in Christ. I thank Him for you. Beth and cub.
Michael M. Paparella, MD
November 6, 2012
Dear Family, Friends and colleagues of Jack Hough,
Jack was a wonderful friend to many of us and he was a very dear friend of mine. He was a wonderful human being and a wonderful Otologist and a wonderful Christian. We shall all miss him but we know that he is Chief of the Otological society in Heaven. He has made many contributions to our field, which we are all fully aware of and he was such a genuine human being that we were privileged to have known him for the pass decades.
I was with him at many meetings where I always felt a feeling of warmth and appreciation for a wonderful Christian human being and great contributor to the field of Otology in so many ways.
Treva and I send our prayers and best wishes to his family and friends and colleagues, since I know we shall all miss him very much but rejoice in the fact that we have had the privilege of knowing him for so many moments in time.
Michael M. Paparella, MD
Director, Otology/Neurotology Fellowship
Paparella Ear Head and Neck Institute
Director, Otopathology Laboratory
Clinical Professor and Chairman Emeritus
Department of Otolaryngology University of Minnesota
Founder, International Hearing Foundation
Delmar & Karen Loesch
November 6, 2012
We join with so many others who knew Dr. Hough in offering our deepest sympathy on his passing.
Manuel Manrique
November 6, 2012
Dear Family
I convey my condolences on the death of Dr. Hough. On two occasions I had the opportunity to visit the Institute in Oklahoma City. I was greeted with affection and knowledge received have been used for the benefit of patients who have had the opportunity to treat over my career.
I am knowledgeable of the service attitude and religiosity of Dr. Hough. In that sense it is also an exemplary person.
With all my love, receive my warmest regards
Prof. Manuel Manrique
ClÃnica Universidad de Navarra. Spain
Gerald Helms
November 6, 2012
In 1964 at the age of 16 I drove my dad; Rev. L.R.Helms from Soper,Okla. for Dr. Hough to perform surgery on dad's ears; he was almost deaf. Dad was able to hear until his death at 83; at which time he was still pastoring. Dad and Dr. Hough had many great discussions about the Lord. In my library I have Dr. Hough's publications to this day. I will always be grateful for the impact of Dr. Hough on my family and for thousands of others.
Nell Wilson
November 5, 2012
Dr. Hough had such an impact on my life. When I was dating my husband long distance he provided a job and John and I could at least be in the same state. As a result, the relationship blossomed and we were able to be married. He'd always prayed that God would send him the right employees. Thank you Dr. Hough for praying for me before you knew me and then continuing after I was your employee. You were a wonderful example of a most gracious employer.
Mike Brown
November 5, 2012
I am so sad to read that Dr. Hough passed away and at the same time had such profound feelings of joy that I was privileged to know him. Had it not been for Dr. Hough, I would have been deaf most of my life. He operated on me 4 times in the 1960s and 1970s. I have been a patient from 1964 to today. After the last surgery in 1972 I remember hearing birds singing and coins jingling - things never heard before. God bless you Dr. Hough and prayers for your family.
Dr. David Fray
November 5, 2012
Dr. Hough made a difference in the life of my family. He gave my father the gift of hearing and allowed us for the last thirty years to be able to talk over the phone even though we are separated by continents and oceans.
His clinical excellence and Christian example are an inspiration.
Glenda Bratcher
November 5, 2012
May our Lord provide a special measure of His peace and comfort to all of you!
Brent Senior
November 5, 2012
Jack was an amazing example of a man of God using the gifts he had been given to further the Kingdom. His legacy is powerful and will live on through the work that he accomplished, through the relationships that he built, through the lives that he touched. We will miss him deeply.
Shawkat Al tamimi
November 5, 2012
Dear JoAnne Ingle "Jodie" Hough
we have just learned with profound sorrow about the death of doctor Jack Van Doren Hough.
he was well-loved in his community for his charitable and good work , and he will be remembered by many.
i send you my heartfelt sympathy .
Shawkat Al-Tamimi MD , and the family , Amman-Jordan
Jonathan & Tami Waits
November 5, 2012
Jodi and sweet family,
I pray that Jesus will be your strength and peace today and that you will sense His love and presence in the midst of what you are going through. "Jesus...stand in their midst, and say, "Peace be unto you.' "
John 20:26
Thank you for the privilege of working with you and Dr. Hough and fellow Soundtec pioneers. Thank you for all of the sweet memories and prayers that you have shared with me in your lovely home.
Rejoicing with you, Dr. Hough, in your beautiful new heavenely home and all your wonderful neighbors and friends that you are becoming reacquainted with today!
November 5, 2012
Jack was a outstanding Christian and lived out his beliefs in everyway. Jodie you and Jack were a outstanding Christian Couple who were a testimony in all
you did and helped so many people through the years. Your Family, all of them,. have been wonderful testimonies of God's love and support for their precious parents. Lord Bless each of you and we will continue to pray for all.
love, Jim and Doris Craddock, Global Training Network
Warren Thomas
November 5, 2012
Dear Jodie and family,
Please accept both my sincere condolences and abiding confidence of Jack's home-going for a life of everlasting joy with his Savior, The Lord Jesus Christ Himself. I will forever treasure working together with you and Jack in Prison Fellowship along with my friend Mike Fisher. Additionally, of course, is how grateful I am for his having been, not only my Doctor, but my parents', Lois and Virgil Thomas' Doctor for many years as well. Absolutely the best! What competency and professionalism.... His life, priorities and values are best expressed by the Scripture he chose to be etched on his very own tombstone. I look forward, God willing, to seeing you all at the services planned for later this week.
Geoffrey Ball
November 5, 2012
Unlimited thanks to Dr. Hough from all the folks who suffered from hearing loss that today do so much better due to the pioneering work of HEI. What a great run by one of the best!
Grace your way.
November 5, 2012
Dr. Hough had an impact on our family for three generations. It started before I was born 52 years ago with Jack and Jodie sponsoring a couples Bible study that involved my parents, Bob and Minnilou Jessup. He was very much a godly influence to them and great role model. I remember my parents speaking of him fondly as I grew up and how intelligent he was in spiritual matters and in the medical field. I remember the Hough's being at our house when I was young and how fascinated I was when he described with passion how God had made the human body and how it relates to the inner ear. Dr. Hough spoke at their memorial service sharing about their long and fruitful friendship.
My spiritual growth took a tremendous leap during a group Bible Study under Jack and Jodie at Covenant Community Church. I treasure the memories and friendships from those 2 years.
Dr. Houghs influence continued with my wife working with him for over 13 years at the Hough Ear Institute. Perma says she has never been so blessed to be on the receiving end of such wisdom and grace.
Finally, the third generational influence is with my daughters one who is named for Jack and Jodie's youngest son David A. Hough who introduced us 15 years ago on November 1, 1997.
On behalf of Bob and Minnilou, my wife, daughters and myself we say thank you, Dr. Hough, for being a godly role model for all of us and your legacy will be with us for the rest of our lives.
Rob and Perma Jessup
Mary Lee (Hill) Wagoner
November 4, 2012
My sincere sympathy to Jack's family and his sister Ruth. Growing up in the little southeastern town of Cameron, Oklahoma where Jack's father was our school superintendent, I remember Jack first as a lad in a Boy Scout uniform with a little dog trailing him everywhere he went. I also remember him as the outstanding young man he grew to be and have followed his remarkable career through the years. I am privileged to have known him.
November 4, 2012
I am a bilateral cochlear implant user...I have been so blessed by the work of Dr Hough and the doctors he trained. His Christian witness touched me as a young man and continued through the years. My prayers go out to the Hough family for peace & grace in the days ahead....
Tony Howard ( OKC,Ok.)
Jon Reagan
November 4, 2012
I have been going to Dr Hough since 1960 and I still go there now. He operated on my right ear when I was a child. I will miss him dearly. Jon Reagan
Steve Trice
November 4, 2012
One of the greatest and most godly men I have ever known. I loved to sit at his feet and just listen. Jody, blessings to you and your family.
Jana Bagwell
November 4, 2012
So sorry for your loss, Jack Jr.
Hashem Fakhoury
November 4, 2012
I was deeply saddened by the death of Dr.Jack. This must be very difficult for all of us. Jodie, you are in my thoughts and prayers, Dr.Jack will be greatly missed by all who knew him. So please accept my sincere condolenses for the loss of Dr.Jack.
May God bless you and your family during this hard time and always.
Dr.Hashem Fakhoury and family
Wendelyn DeMoss
November 4, 2012
Our prayers for such a loss. Dr. Hough's work significantly impacted the listening and spoken language outcomes for children with hearing loss and the quality of life for many adults. Such a tremendous legacy.
Bryant Gentry
November 4, 2012
Jodie, My prayers are with you and your children. I have wonderful memories of the Bible studies in your home of Jack's Great Love Faith and joy.The many kindness and care you gave us until Helen went Home to the Lord. May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and give you Comfort and Peace.
Bryant Gentry
Dr.Mohd Ali Hiari
November 4, 2012
It was a long sad moment the one we heard about the news that not only our medical mentor but also a dear friend has passed away. Its not a new news how much Prof. Jack has added to medicine yet from him I learn more than just being a good doctor, I had the chance to live with him and his lovely wife Jodie during 2000, I have shared food, laughs and learned from him forgiveness, faith, work ethics and how you can be as great as him yet this down to earth.
I knew Jack the father, the grandfather and how considerate he is when he had a chest pain at night, refused to wake me up and the next day I found his grandson calling me saying that the prof was worried I will not find a way to reach the hospital because he cant drive me there.
I knew Jack the mentor, the god father and the ENT guru, who made sure I never leave the operation room without a new learning and a higher self-confidence, who made sure to involve me in the most interesting cases. I cant be exaggerating if I say that the impact of him has escalated the level of ENT in Jordan considering he took it his job to train and host as many Jordanian doctors as he can and joining us whenever he could here in Jordan for medical and educational events.
In Arabic we have a saying that means who ever gave birth to a son or wrote a book will never be forgotten, Prof. Jack was both. May his soul rest in peace
Brigadier general Dr. Mohd Ali Hiari MD
ENT Consultant
Chief of Cochlear Implant
Royal Medical services
Amman- JORDAN
Jamie Meyer Perkins
November 4, 2012
Dear Hough family,
What a legacy! Although I never met Dr. Hough, I knew by the way his family spoke of him, he was a very special man. The high standards of good Christian living that he & Jodie held, clearly have had a profound effect on their family & all who crossed paths with them! I'm sure he is enjoying his eternal reward now! Love & prayers to you all.
Loren Gayle Edwards
November 4, 2012
You were so loved by so many. Will be missed so much.
Fletcher Ownbey
November 4, 2012
Jack you have influenced so many for Christ, brought healing and hearing to hundreds around the world, shared the gifts God gave you unselfishly and indiscriminantly, and left this world far better than you found it.
Our prayers for Jodie and all the family-Fletcher and Jama Ownbey
J. Gail Neely, MD, FACS
November 3, 2012
Jodie,
My heart is with you and your family during this time.
You and Jack have been such friends.
Jack was an inspiration on so many fronts. And you have always been a joy and a perfect lady. I will miss our coffees, lunches, dinners together at the meetings.
My love,
Gail
Sherri Jamison
November 3, 2012
What an amazing man! I am so thankful to have known him. Prayers to his beautiful wife, Jodie and all of his family.
Yai & Sai Depp
November 2, 2012
Dear Dr. Hough:
We truly believe that you and Mrs. Hough loved us (internationals) like one of your own children! You had also invested your life in our life and had taught us how to "walk with the Lord." In January 2004, you gave us a copy of the One-Year Bible as a gift. You also hand-wrote the scriptures "Psalm 119:10-11" on the second page of that Bible and signed "Dr. Jack & Jodie Hough." You would be glad to know that we still read from that very same Bible today! November 1, about 50 plus years ago was an important day for me(Yai), because it was the day that I entered into this world. November 1, 2012 was another glorious day for us to rejoyce because it was the day that you had entered into the presence of the Loving Lord.
Dr. Hough, we are not saying good bye, because we will see you again later. By faith in the Lord Jesus Chirst, we know for sure that we will see you again in His presence some day.
In Jesus' Love,
Showing 1 - 51 of 51 results
13313 North Kelley, Oklahoma City, OK 73131
Make a Donation
in Jack Hough's name
How to support Jack's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Jack Hough's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
