James Dana

James Dana obituary, McAlester, OK

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408 E. Wyandotte Avenue, McAlester, OK 74501

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James Dana Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Chaney-Harkins Funeral Home - McAlester on Mar. 2, 2026.
James H. Dana, 79, of McAlester, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, at his home surrounded by family.

Family will greet visitors from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday March 6, 2026, at Mt. Triumph Baptist Church, 408 E. Wyandotte Avenue, McAlester, Oklahoma 74501.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Chaney Harkins Funeral Home Chapel, 528 S. 3rd Street McAlester, Oklahoma 74501, with Pastor Anthony Washington officiating. The burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Military honors provided by the United States Navy Honor Guard.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

6

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Mt. Triumph Baptist Church

408 E. Wyandotte Avenue, McAlester, OK 74501

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Mar

7

Service

12:00 p.m.

Chaney-Harkins Funeral Home

528 South Third Street, McAlester, OK 74501

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Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.