John Oscar Moffitt

John Oscar Moffitt passed into eternal peace on April 10th, 2024, at the age of 93. A native of Henryetta, Oklahoma, born to Ruby Boston Moffitt and Walter Scott Moffitt on December 26, 1930, John's early years were spent in the town he would carry in his heart throughout his life, even as he established his adult roots in Muskogee, Oklahoma. John was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Anne Moffitt, his parents Ruby and Walter Moffitt, brothers Gene and Joe Moffitt. He is survived and fondly remembered by his sister Helen Carmichael, and son John O. Moffitt Jr. (Melanee), daughter Jody Moffitt Luke (Rick), son Scott Moffitt (Toni), and daughter Julie Shelley (Mark) and grandchildren: Andy Luke, Amanda Sayed (Amr), Callyn Hoang (Peter), Clarissa Shelley, Cameron Shelley, Ian Moffitt as well as numerous nieces and nephews who will keep his memory alive. An Okmulgee High School alumnus, John's pursuit of education took him to Northeastern State College for a Bachelor’s in Business, to Oklahoma A&M (OSU) for a Master’s in Accounting, and culminated with a Law Degree from the University of Tulsa, where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 1966. Upon completing his formal education, John achieved the rare accomplishment of passing his CPA exam on his first try. He was honored by the Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants as the chapter’s 2018 distinguished CPA for his community involvement, professionalism, and activism in the profession. His contributions to numerous boards included the Kate Frank Manor, the Oklahoma-Arkansas River Commission, among other. He was a member of AICPA. His career started at Coopers & Lybrand before leaving to start his own accounting firm. After earning his law degree, he was known by many in town as a trusted lawyer they could always go to in times of need. John joined the staff at Northeastern State University, where he became known as a rigorous yet equitable professor, deeply committed to the growth and development of his students. His dedication to his community was reflected through his service with the Shriner's Bedouin Temple as a Jester in Muskogee, where his engagement supported various community activities and charitable events. He was an active member of the Fort Gibson United Methodist Church where he attended for years and also served in the role of treasurer. Beyond his professional life, John was always seeking new knowledge and experiences with a robust zest for life. He was a voracious reader, an enthusiastic traveler, and an avid adventurer, piloting airplanes for both work and pleasure, forever curious and eager to explore. John's personal life was enriched by his marriage to Dorothy Anne in Tulsa, OK, on July 2nd, 1959. John's quiet strength, patience, work ethic, leadership, and faith left a profound impact on all who knew him, and for this, his family and friends remain grateful. A Korean War veteran, John proudly served in the 45th Infantry Division of the Oklahoma National Guard also known as the Thunderbirds. Where he achieved the rank of First Lieutenant and made lifelong friendships. In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations to the Dr. John O. Moffitt Memorial Scholarship Fund via the NSU Foundation (www.NSUGiving.com/donate). Visitation for John Moffitt with family receiving friends will be held from 3 pm-5 pm on Sunday, April 14th at Clifford D Garrett Family Funeral Home in Fort Gibson. A memorial service for John will be 1:30 pm on Monday, April 15th, 2024 at Clifford D Garrett Family Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Gibson. The Moffitt family has entrusted Clifford D Garrett Family Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Fort Gibson with John’s care, service, and burial. Messages of condolences may be left online at clifforddgarrettfamilyfh.com. Please join us for a meal at the Fort Gibson Community Center (200 W. Poplar St.) following the memorial service. If you are unable to join us in-person and would like to join us virtually, please log on using the link below at 1:25pm Central Time. https://mines.zoom.us/j/95893802543

John Oscar Moffitt

December 26, 1930 - April 10, 2024