John David Hendricks

John David Hendricks was born May 1, 1954, to Frank and Juanita (Couch) Hendricks. He departed this life on November 24, 2024, at the age of 70. In his youth John was known for his outgoing, fun-loving personality and his desire to live life to the fullest. He enjoyed being the center of attention and spoiling his young children. He thrived as a restaurateur of Ward’s Restaurant in Tulsa, Okla. as well as Goldie's Hamburgers in Sand Springs. In addition to his work at the restaurant, he was a rancher. During this season of his life John was regarded as kind, successful, and humorous by those who knew him. Sadly, a struggle with addiction overshadowed much of John’s adult life, which significantly impacted everyone who knew and loved him, not the least of whom were his three children: Jennifer, Jonathan, and Quentin. And while his three children bore the heartache of their dad’s struggles, they also happen to be his brightest legacy. Jennifer, Jonathan, and Quentin have all grown to become adults that the young John Hendricks would have loved to brag about. They are committed spouses, have thriving careers, and are involved, loving parents to their children: Cooper, Wyatt, Abram and Maribeth (Jenny and husband, Brian); Jacksen, Belle, Jennah, Joel and Jillian (Jonathan and wife, Jessica); and Lincoln and Gracie (Quentin and wife, Katie). Most importantly, they know their hope lies in Christ and that God is near to the broken-hearted. They are also just a little like the father they choose to remember – the kind, outgoing, fun-loving, and hard-working one. John Hendricks lived a difficult life, but despite his struggles, he was loved. Although he battled addiction for many years, he was never beyond the reach of Christ's love. In 2011, while working at The Park Church of Christ in Tulsa, John gave his life to Christ. It was during this time that his journey became a powerful testament to God’s unwavering pursuit of us—always near, never giving up, and offering the hope and joy that only His love can provide. As his health faded, those who knew him best caught glimmers of the young John David Hendricks as he reminisced about old friends and shared funny stories. He always asked about his grandkids, most of whom he never met because of his addiction, and he enjoyed seeing pictures of them. He continually expressed deep regret for missing out on his children's lives and perhaps even more so his grandchildren's lives. He is survived by his children and their families and his niece Julie. He was preceded in death by his mother, Juanita Hendricks, and father, John Frank Hendricks, and his sister, Mary Nell Smith.

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John David Hendricks

May 1, 1954 - November 24, 2024