02/11/2026
Jean Ann Vann
February 3, 1960 - February 2, 2026
Salina
Jean Ann Vann known to friends and family as “Jeannie” was born on February 3, 1960, in Claremore, Oklahoma, to Dick and Ruth (Watermelon) Pickup. She gained her wings and went home to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of February 2, 2026, at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. On that morning, she not only gained her wings but, she entered eternal rest in the arms of the Lord.
Jeannie was proceeded in death by her beloved son, Clifton “Buddy” Vann; her parents, Ruth and Dick Pickup; and her cherished nephew, Jared “T***s” Pickup.
She is survived by her husband, Daniel Vann & her son, Tyler Vann both of Salina, OK; her grandchildren; Otis, Macy, Mia, Bonnie, Jakob, and Jace Vann; She is also survived by her older brother George Pickup of Kansas, Oklahoma, and her older sister Mary Sue Herwaldt of Springdale, Arkansas; nieces: Angela Gwartney of Springdale, Arkansas, Tracy Pickup, Aubree Dry and Lekyah Pickup all of Colcord, Oklahoma; nephews: Stuart Pickup, Gage Pickup and Connor Pickup all of Siloam Springs, Arkansas, Blaine Pickup, of Kansas, Oklahoma, Sylas Pickup & King Sanders of Colcord, OK, Philip Gwartney of Tampa, Florida, Robert Herwaldt of Farmington, Arkansas, Trey Gwartney of Springdale, Arkansas.
Jeannie loved the Lord and faithfully attended church, serving as the church secretary at Twin Oaks, Baptist Church, where she poured her heart into serving God and her church family. Jeannie was a faithful child of God, she lived to serve others and leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. She loved the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting, and she was a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan. Those who knew her best, smile knowing that Jeannie and her nephew T***s are together in heaven, still playfully arguing over the Dallas Cowboys, just as they did here on earth. T***s would call her every time the Cowboys would lose just to tease her.
Jeannie was known for always showing up for birthdays, graduations, family, dinners, and every milestone in between. She also showed her love through her cooking. She made the best homemade biscuits and fried chicken, and those biscuits were something special. She was loving, giving and unforgettable in the simplest ways. She loved watching her family play co****le and was quick to keep score, playfully making sure Daniel didn’t cheat. She was a mother and grandmother who loved fiercely, Tyler was her baby boy, who she loved with her whole heart and proudly spoiled. Her grandchildren were the joy of her life and she loved spending time with them every chance she got. Her family takes comfort in knowing she is now reunited in heaven with her son, Buddy, rejoicing together in the presence of the Lord. Though she will be deeply missed here on earth, we rejoice knowing she is whole, healed, and home walking the streets of gold. We will see her again one day. This is not goodbye. This is see you later.
Funeral services for Jeannie will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the Twin Oaks Baptist Church with Pastor Floyd Kingfisher and Pastor Bryson Bailey officiating. Interment will follow in the Grass Cemetery with Gage Pickup, Stuart Pickup, Shane Pierce, Darrel Rabbit, Braxton Pond, and Drake Stealer serving as casket bearers. Honorary casket bearers include Connor Pickup, Sylas Pickup, King Solomon Sanders, Buddy Ross, and Eric Teehee. A viewing will be available from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Shipman's Funeral Home in Pryor. To leave a personal message, please visit her guest book at www.shipmansfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Shipman's Funeral & Cremation Service of Pryor.
