Betty Jean Honea

Betty Jean Honea, a lifetime resident of Muskogee, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on June 29, 1935, to Dallas and Bertie (Doty) Hughes, Betty Jean grew up surrounded by the love and values of her family and community. Betty Jean attended Muskogee Public Schools and graduated with pride from Muskogee Central High School, Class of 1953. She went on to marry her beloved husband, Dr. Tom Honea, with whom she shared a life filled with dedication to family, business, and service. Betty Jean was a successful businesswoman, owning and operating Medical and Professional Billing of Muskogee for 15 years. Later, she and her family established Two Jeans Ranch, reflecting her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to her roots. A woman of deep faith, Betty Jean was a faithful and active member of Grace Episcopal Church in Muskogee. She generously gave her time and talents, serving on numerous church committees including Meals On Wings, Serving of Grace, Altar Guild, and the Mary and Martha Guild. Her compassion and leadership touched the lives of many within her church family. Betty Jean extended her care and commitment far beyond the walls of her church. She was a dedicated member of the Muskogee Civitan Club for 23 years, where she held various leadership roles. Her community service included serving on the playground committee, board member positions, and involvement with the Special Olympics, the School for the Blind Easter Egg Hunt, and as Civitan Candy Box Chairman. She also contributed to the Kelly B. Todd organization and the Scholarship Committee, always striving to enrich the lives of others. In 2017 she was awarded the Soroptimist International of Muskogee the Woman of Distinction Award. In 2022, she received the Pat Pack Award for her dedication to Kelly B. Todd. Betty Jean Honea will be remembered for her unwavering faith, generous heart, and tireless service to her community. Her legacy will live on through the many lives she touched and the countless organizations she supported. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Vonnie Long. Betty is survived by her husband, Dr. Tom Honea; her children, Darren Judkins and wife Peggy, Cindy Metzger and husband Lee, Shannon Brooks and husband Sejin, Ryan Judkins; stepchildren, Connie Scrivner and husband Dave, and Fawnie Marie Honea and friend Julie; 8 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends. Betty’s life will be celebrated at 11AM, Monday, November 17, 2025 at Grace Episcopal Church with Father Omar Cisneros as celebrant. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Darren Judkins, Ryan Judkins, Lee Metzger, Jimmy Moreland, and Casey Moreland. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial can be made in the honor of Betty, to Grace Episcopal Church, Meals on Wings, 218 N. 6th St., Muskogee, OK., 74401.

Betty Jean Honea

June 29, 1935 - November 8, 2025