Joe Lynn Aycox

Joe L. Aycox “Little Joe” October 19, 1953 – November 6, 2026

Services for Joe L. Aycox, affectionately known to everyone as “Little Joe,” 73, of Healdton, Oklahoma, are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Tuesday November 17, 2026, at the Alexander Gray Chapel in Healdton, with Jim Branch Officiating. Interment will follow at the Mount Olive cemetery. Services are under the direction and care of Alexander Gray funeral homes.

Joe was born on October 19, 1953, in Ardmore, Oklahoma, to the late Steve Ellis Aycox and Mrs. Doris June (Foster) Aycox. He departed this life on November 6, 2026.   

Joe was raised in Healdton. On June 7, 1975, he married the love of his life, Kim Taylor, beginning a beautiful journey of 51 years together filled with love, family, laughter, and countless memories. Joe was a hardworking man who spent much of his life in the oilfield industry, eventually retiring from Forsythe Oilfield Services in Wilson, Oklahoma. He was known for his strong work ethic and his abilities behind the wheel, earning a reputation as an exceptional truck driver from a young age. He was also a member of the Iron Riders Motorcycle Club. 

But anyone who knew "Little Joe" knew that his greatest gift wasn’t his work ethic or his driving ability. It was his personality. Joe never met a stranger, always had a story to tell, and could bring laughter into just about any room. He was truly the life of the party, with a sense of humor and a collection of unforgettable sayings. 

Whether he was calling a soda a “sody water,” admitting he didn’t have “no idey,” or playfully warning the grandkids that he was going to “jerk a knot in that tail,” Joe had a way of making ordinary moments unforgettable. He wasn’t above climbing onto a child’s tricycle at a family reunion just to make everyone laugh. Joe was also famous for being able to fall asleep almost anywhere the moment he sat down, leading his family to joke that he must have had a button on his backside. 

Behind all the jokes and laughter was a man with an enormous heart. Joe gave the very best hugs and never hesitated to tell his family, “I love ya.” Even in a family that wasn’t always big on hugs, Joe made sure the people he loved knew exactly how he felt .He was generous in the simplest ways, too. His children knew that if they returned change from a trip to the store, Dad would almost certainly tell them to keep it, while Mom would make sure to get the change back.

Joe was also the family’s unofficial historian. Whenever someone couldn’t remember a person’s name, a place, or an event from years gone by, Joe was the one they called. He seemed to remember everyone and everything, and he loved sharing those memories.

Above all, Joe loved his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and love to those around him.

Survived by, his loving wife, Kim Aycox of Healdton; his daughter, Kristi Aycox and fiancé Rick of Lone Grove; his son, John Aycox and wife Andrea of Lone Grove; and his five grandchildren, Tanner Wilson, Haiden Wilson, Ramsey Aycox, Bentley Aycox, and Landon Earley. He is also survived by his brother, Dale Aycox and wife Jan of Hennessey; his sister, Carol Davidson and husband Chris of Wichita Falls, Texas; and his brother, Jay Aycox and wife Ann of Bucksport, Maine. He is further survived by his mother-in-law, Pat Taylor of Ardmore; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Terry and Jerry Owens of Healdton, Kent and Delisa Taylor of Burneyville, and Chris and Clinta Taylor of Lone Grove; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, Ellis and Doris Aycox; his brother, Gary Aycox; and his father-in-law, Dale Taylor.

He may have been called Little Joe, but the mark he left on this world was anything but little.

Visitation will be held from 6-8 P.M.,  Monday November 16, 2026, at the Alexander Gray funeral Home Chapel in Healdton.

Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.alexandergrayfh.com.