Pastor James D. Feltner, age 76, was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.
James, a spirited and inspiring servant of God, was born on December 21, 1947, in Hazard, Kentucky to Sherman and Laura Bell (Shepherd) Feltner. His life was a testament to his faith, which was the cornerstone of his existence. He felt a profound calling to ministry, leading him to become a minister, a role he held with great devotion and generosity. His fervor for his faith was infectious, inspiring countless others to walk in the light of the Lord. In addition to his religious endeavors, James was an avid singer, whose voice was said to echo the hymns of angels. His love for leatherworking and knife collecting were unique attributes that added to the rich tapestry of his life.
James was united in holy matrimony with his beloved wife, Chyrel Andrews, on December 22, 1989. Their union was blessed with five children. James was a treasure to his family, his love for them as deep and vast as his love for the Lord.
Surviving to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Chyrel Feltner of the home; children, Melissa Feltner, David (Melissa) Feltner, Joshua (Elisa) Feltner, Amanda (Shane) Coley, Charity Riley; grandchildren, Chad Feltner, Iris Brownell, Alyssa Feltner, Lilly Feltner, Michelle Feltner, Addison Coley, Landon Feltner, Frankie Feltner, siblings, Jack (Janice) Feltner, Dana (Brenda) Feltner, Gary (Cindy) Feltner, Wayne (Lillian) Feltner, Bobbie Ann Stacey, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended relatives and a huge church family.
James was preceded in death by his parents, Sherman and Laura Bell Feltner, siblings, Sherman Feltner, Jr., Charles Feltner, Virgil Lee Feltner, Francis Pauline Feltner, Victor Feltner, Lloyd Feltner, Ronnie Dean Feltner, Jemima Feltner, Clark Feltner and Lois Feltner Turner.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. The family will greet friends Thursday evening at Emmanuel Chapel in South Coffeyville, Oklahoma from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Services will take place on Friday, December 29, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Emmanuel Chapel in South Coffeyville, Oklahoma. Bishop Randell O. Drake, Pastor Randy DePriest and Pastor Stan Harris will officiate.
To honor his life, we encourage all who knew him to share their memories and upload photos to the memorial page at www.dwbfh.com
The Davi W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is in charge of arrangements.
