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James (Jamey) Marion Daves, age 39, of Edmond, Oklahoma, passed away on November 8th, 2022. He was born on June 13, 1983 in Oklahoma City and raised in Guthrie, Oklahoma.
Jamey was a big-hearted man with a personality that filled each and every space he entered. He was a devoted husband, fiercely loyal, tender, and generous towards those he encountered. He committed wholly to the people in his life that he loved, and, above all things, he held his family and friends as most important. Jamey was most personified by his disarming smile, infectious laugh, and commitment to relationships. He lived his life and expressed himself genuinely in every circumstance. Jamey had the courage to show his kindness and love, while also valuing honesty and open communication. Like it or not, you always knew what Jamey thought. This was part of his commitment to his family and friends. He valued others, was always open to the present, and injected humor whenever and wherever he could. Humor was a significant defining quality of Jamey’s. It connected him to others, built bonds, and allowed him to enjoy every moment. At every turn, Jamey encouraged others to see the humor in all situations.
Jamey met Shel, the love of his life, 17 years ago and they’ve been together ever since. Jamey set his values correctly. He loved people and used things, and not the other way around. Jamey was passionate about motorcycling, sports, his dogs, new experiences, and conversing with loved ones.
Jamey is survived by his wife and best friend, Sharon (Shel) Elizabeth Millington-Daves; his father, James Dean Daves, and stepmother Shelley Lynn Daves; his mother, Toni Garnett Strader, and stepfather Todd Strader; his sisters, Courtney GleeAnn Daves, Jerica Lynn Toon; his brothers, Charles Matthew Daves (Lacie), Joshua David Toon (Heather), Jeffrey Clayben Daves, and many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.
A celebration of Jamey’s life and memorial service will be held at SouthPointe Baptist Church (4820 S Division Street, Guthrie, OK 73044) on November 26, 2022, at 10:00 am.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to an organization Jamey supported: New Horizons Sheltered Workshop (an Oklahoma Rehabilitation Service; a special-needs employer), Checks can be made payable to New Horizons and mailed to PO Box 1574, Guthrie, OK 73044. https://newhorizonsok.org/.
In Me
The spirit of life and love
Came to visible expression
In human form.
When I loved you,
When I called you my friends,
When I laughed, when I cried,
When I did everything you loved about me.
Where am I now?
I continue to ride,
With the spirit of life and love.
In ways beyond
Words and images.
But I am with you,
And always will be,
As my spirit
Continues to move in your lives.
I am with you,
And always will be,
In the spirit of life and love.
Desiree Kennedy says
I’ve known Jamey since we were little and he has always been such an amazing person! He will be missed by everyone! Prayers for you all!
Tisha K Poolaw says
Jamey was a little boy in a Man’s body lol.. 💙💙 I remember his contagious laugh and the way he looked at his Father Jim D Daves while he was talking along with the loving bond he had with Shelley Kloxin Daves. Jamey also had his Girl friend/ Fiance now Wife Shel Millington Daves at his side.❤️❤️ I don’t remember how the conversation started but it was has your Father ever had to get onto you?? 🤣🤣🤣🤣😆😆😆💯 Jamey was laughing so hard and said “I pray that I’m (Jamey) not that dumb again?!! 🤪🤪 It was Jamey and his school friends lol..😆😆😆 Jamey said he has a Brain Fart and decided that Jim being a Little Man compared to Jamey (Height) wise.. Jamey said ya know Tisha 🤔🤔 My friends left me kinda hanging lol.. Long story short Jamey said Good Lord Dad turned around and got all three of Us.🤣🤣🤣 I said did you stop? Jamey said NO, I thought I had back up lol.. He said I got it again.😆😆😆😆 He said that was The Last Time I really Tried My Dad like that again! 💖💖😆😆🙏 Jamey said I learned my lesson.💕💕❤️❤️ We were laughing so hard that we were crying.😍😍 Jamey’s love for his Family and his Wife Shel.💕🙏💕❤️😇❤️🙌🙌🙌
Krystal Collins says
I remember Jamey most as feisty little brothers friend. I will always remember his laugh and he was always full of questions which is a good thing, but back then I would just tell him to shush! I seen him sporadically though adult life but he still had a zest for life and you can bet he was laughing along the way. It was a contagious way he presented himself. Rest Easy!
Kelly Outhouse-Reynolds says
Jamey and I became friends, while we worked at New Horizon Workshop. He was such a awesome man, I enjoyed working and training with him. I was one of the lucky ones who was able to call Jamey my friend. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Dustin Jay says
I love you buddy…. RIP…. If anyone can make heaven a little brighter it’s you.
Jim D. Daves says
I will Love, miss and grief for you every single day my son.
I gave you my name, the color of your eyes and I see your face looking back at me every time I look at mine.
This world just wasn’t big enough for the size of your loving heart. Welcome to eternity with our Lord and savior, I will see you again one day.
The staff and clients of New Horizons says
We were so saddened to hear of Jamey’s passing. He was a joy to be around, for both the employees and the clients during his time at New Horizons. Always bringing a smile, a kind word, and a laugh to brighten everyone’s day; in that unique way, that only Jamey could.
To Jamey’s family and friend’s: Please know, that as you grieve, we are remembering you in our prayers and honoring the memory of Jamey. Thank you for sharing him with us. He may be gone from our sight, but never our hearts.
Jenn Watson says
Thank you for always being a good person and friend.