Jason Utterback

Jason Utterback

Jason Utterback Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wharton Funeral Chapel - Alva on Feb. 21, 2023.
Jason was born to proud parents, Darla (Arndt) and Frank Utterback. He entered this world on January 14, 1980 in Alva Oklahoma. He left this world February 18, 2023 at the age of 43 years, 1 month and 4 days.
He enjoyed playing soccer throughout his school career and heavily involved in the local and county 4-H club. His main project in 4-H was showing chickens. Jason thoroughly enjoyed taking his birds to shows and learning all he could about the chickens and ducks. He held several leadership positions within the 4-H club.
Jason loved playing the trombone in the Alva Band of Gold. One of his proudest moments was earning the position of drum major, his senior year of high school.
His work journey began as a cart pusher for Wal-mart This started as a part-time high school job. He worked his way through several positions, eventually earning the title of assistant manager. He later found his true passion when he became a realtor. Early in his real estate career he achieved the Ruby Salesman Award.
Jason enjoyed gardening and growing his own vegetables. He loved sharing the products of his labors with family and friends. Jason graduated from Alva High School in 1999. He earned his associate degree from N.O.C. In 2007. Then went on to complete his bachelor degree in business from U.C.O. in 2009.
In 2002 he relocated to Yukon Oklahoma, he made his way back to Northwest Oklahoma settling in Enid from 2005 to 2007. After receiving his associate degree, Jason ventured to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma making this his permanent residence until the time of his passing.
Preceding him in death are his dad Frank, an infant sister, Elizabeth, uncle Tim, a cousin Ryan, grandmothers: Grandma Lucy Arndt and Granny Maxine Utterback.
Jason leaves behind his mom, Darla Utterback- Harris (Mark), his sisters Bridget Eck and Megan Stephens. His nephews, William and Chris Eck. His Papa, Bill Utterback, and Papa Willie Arndt (Grandma Mary Alice), several loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He also leaves behind two fur babies his beagles Bella and Buddy.
In lieu of flowers, donations
can be made to:
The Alva Band of Gold
and Enid Big Blue Band
through Wharton Funeral Chapel

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