Jarvis Littlefield

Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home, Grove, OK 918-786-2261.Jarvis Delane Littlefield, 87 succumbed to a long term illness Sunday, 03/06/2016 at 1:50 p.m. at home under Hospice care. His passing was in the presence of many family members. Jarvis suffered from a long term illness and has been under recuperative care for the last 20 years. His condition worsened the last two months. He was born in Millsap, Texas, 08/15/1928 and is the son of Almuth and Mamie Littlefield who preceeded him in death, both at young age. He has two sisters; Glenda Thomas, Georgetown, Texas and Joyce Smith, Arlington, Tx. They described Jarvis as, "the family Golden Boy." Jarvis graduated high school at Robert Lee, Texas where he was a standout athlete. He married his favorite high school cheerleader, JoAnn Bilbo Littlefield and she survives in the home after 68 years of marriage. He left school and worked in the oil fields for 4-5 years. Jarvis and JoAnn moved to Afton/Monkey Island area where they've lived since 1952. They began a small farming and dairy operation. The couple had four sons and one daughter. Jarvis began his public service with his election to the Grove School Board where he served for the next 13 years. He was able to present graduation diplomas to each of his five children. He resigned to begin work in law enforcement in 1969 as a Deputy Sheriff. In a short period he became Undersheriff. Jarvis moved to Grove Police Department and became Chief between 1972-1973. He left after he was successfully elected Delaware County Sheriff where he served a two year term. In 1975 Jarvis was appointed to a Governor's Task Force, known as the Northeast Oklahoma Crime Commission which was designated a five county responsibility to help area Sheriff's Offices reduce crime around the Grand Lake area. During his law enforcement career, in addition to Delaware County, he was commissioned as a Police Officer in Benton County Arkansas, Ottawa County, Ok. and Adair County, Ok. Jarvis continued his farming operation and in 1979 he suffered a medical issue which reduced his health for numerous years until his death. He has many friends who were part of the close farming community across Delaware County. He was an avid outdoor sportsman. He participated with family members in hunting, fishing and raising coon dogs. He loved music and played guitar as a young man, always entertaining the younger family children. Jarvis was very family oriented. He followed all five children and their school activities in the Grove School system, attending most extracurricular activities. In 1962, Jarvis and his family were named, "Farm Family of the Year," of which he was very proud. He is a long time member of the United Methodist Church, Grove. He was also a long time registered Democrat and participated in the election process. Wife JoAnn said Jarvis greatest achievement was his family. In addition to all of the school activities; Christmas Eve was always bingo night for the family as it continued to grow. Sister Glenda (Thomas) said on Easter, Jarvis hid 100's of eggs for the young kids as well as the adults in the family. He took special care to see everyone got a chance to find eggs and made it fun for all. Jarvis is survived by four children, 13 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren in addition to his wife and sisters. Nieces, nephews and cousins are too numerous to list. His children and family are as follows: (Son) Jerry (local businessman) and wife Debbie Littlefield (retired nurse) Michelle and Jim Curry/ Beau Curry; Bret Curry Jeremy and Shasta Littlefield/ Keira Littlefield Casey and Carly Littlefield/ Kailey Littlefield (Son) Jimmy (Ret. Oklahoma Game Warden) and Debbie Littlefield (local realtor) Shannon and David Sergeant/ Brent and Kristin Littlefield/ Elara Littlefield Charlie and Jessie Bridges/ Landon Bridges/Lexus Bridges/ Mikala Sergeant/ Madison Sergeant Robin Littlefield/ Chelsea Vicert/ Kydn Hardison/ Tyler Giauque/ Ashley Giauque/ Shane and Alley Littlefield/ Jayce Littlefield (Son) Ricky (retired Ok Senator and businessman) and Alicia Littlefield (Delaware County Special Judge) / Creed Littlefield (Son) Randy Littlefield (deceased/ OHP State Trooper) widow Brenda Littlefield (local business owner)/ Jason and Mindy Littlefield/ Devon Littlefield/ Kaileigh Littlefield/ Lorenda and Randy Bolinger/ Riley, Avery, and Kaybrie Bolinger (Daughter) Lynda (Ret Nurse) and Tony Caudill (Ret business owner) Bradon and Amber Caudill/ Jeremy/ Ryan/ Cael/ Gage/ and Bodie Caudill Kari and Tyson Medlin/ Bretton/ Dakota/ Glaven/ Katyn/ Abyll/ and Blayse Medlin Krissy and Forrest Hummel/ Hailey/ Logan/ and Kyla Hummel Katie and Eric Gilbert/ Bentley/ Dantley/ and Skylar Gilbert Interment wil be at Buzzard Cemetery, 11:00 a.m. Thursday, 03/10/2016 under the direction of Worley-Luginbuel Funeral Home; following graveside service and a celebration of the life of Jarvis Littlefield. Services will be officiated by a grandson; Eric Gilbert, Webb City, Mo. Law Enforcement Honors will be conducted by an honor guard comprised of area law enforcement officers. The family has asked that contributions be made to St.Jude's Children's Hospital in the name of Jarvis Littlefield. Jerry, Jim, Rick and Lynda described their father as a "role model." "He was most humble, honest and compassionate to everyone. He always had time for family." He will be missed by all.

Service Details

Thursday, March 10th, 2016 11:00am, Buzzard Cemetery

Interment Details

Buzzard Cemetery