Birth date: Sep 19, 1934 Death date: Oct 13, 2025
Jenna B. Cox McCarley was born on September 19, 1934, in Electra, TX, during the Great Depression. Shortly after her birth, the family moved to Sherman, TX, and then a year later, to Bryan County, OK, where her father bought a far Read Obituary
I had the pleasure of getting to know Jenna when I was helping her move to her condo. What a delightful person. She talked about her love of her family and especially of Bob. I loved her stories about her life. Jenna was also very good at indulging me with her treats! I am very glad that I got to know her and enjoy her.
Dear Maura and famiy,
Your Mom and Dad were wonderful.
With kind memories,
Deb (Ries) Barry
To the McCarley family:
Jenna McCarley was one of those rare people who could light up a room just by walking into it. She had a gift — she never met a stranger, only friends she hadn’t talked to yet. You could be sitting next to her for five minutes, and by the end of it, you’d be laughing, swapping stories, and wondering how you ever got along without her.
Jenna made me laugh in ways I’ll never forget — the kind of laughter that comes from a shared understanding, a mischievous spark, and a heart wide open to joy. She saw the humor and the good in life, even when things weren’t easy. That was one of her great strengths: she led with love, compassion, and an unshakable belief in people.
She was a ray of light for me and for so many others — always encouraging, always curious, always ready to listen or lift your spirits. The world feels a little dimmer without her, but her warmth, wit, and kindness will live on in everyone lucky enough to have known her.
Thank you, Jenna, for being my friend, a teacher, and a bright spot in so many lives. You truly made this world a better place just by being in it.
With love,
Christian Block
I met Jenna when she ended up living in Ames at her Community. That smile, the welcome presence she always had was always a bright spot to my day! Tonia and family, I am very sorry for the loss. What a beautiful woman!
I met Jenna in the early 2000s. She was one of the sweetest and caring people I have ever met. My condolences to her family. You were very blessed to have had her in your life. I will remember her.
