Marita Jones Carver

Marita Faye (Jones) Carver was born on December 7, 1956, in Wynnewood, to Royce Dail & Juanita (Sise) Jones. Following a lengthy battle with kidney disease, she went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Davis, at the age of 68. Marita and Robert “Rick” Carver were united in marriage on July 12, 1980. He preceded her in death on August 25, 2013. For many years, she and Rick made their home in the Washington/Purcell area, where they raised their son Colten.

Marita grew up in Davis. After graduating from Davis High School, Class of 1975, she attended East Central University, earning a bachelor’s degree. She later attended Rose State College, becoming a certified Lab Technician. Throughout her 30 years as a lab tech, Marita worked in clinics and hospitals in Lindsay, Norman and Oklahoma City, retiring in 2010 to care for Rick during his final days. In 2015, she returned to Davis to be closer to her beloved parents and brother.

Marita was always on the go, busy doing something. For many years, she, Rick, and Colten enjoyed traveling and going to horseraces. They greatly enjoyed spending time in Colorado and New Mexico fishing and shopping. Marita was always ready for a shopping trip whether planned or spur of the moment, especially when it included her nieces. She will be remembered for her impeccable taste and her eye for a bargain. She will also be remembered for her sweet spirit and her desire to serve and encourage others.

Survivors include her son, Colten Carver of Purcell; her parents, Royce Dail & Juanita Jones of Davis; her brother, Stan Jones & wife Daleen of Davis; two nieces, Rachel (Jones) Thomas & husband Dan, and Mackenzie Jones; two nephews, Hunter Jones and Cooper Jones; three great-nephews, Caleb, Ethan and Isacc; aunts, Audrey Baugh, Doris Jones, Fran Garrison, Wanda Webb & husband Don, and Brenda McCurry & husband Jon; one uncle, Dick Jones; as well as numerous cousins.

In addition to her husband, Marita was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Bill & Mable Jones; maternal grandparents, E.W. & Bertha Sise; aunt, Christine (Jones) Boydston; and uncle, Don Jones.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the First Baptist Church of Davis, at 10:30 AM. Pastor Tony Randal will officiate the service. Interment will follow at the Green Hill Cemetery, in Davis.  The family will receive friends from 5-7PM, on Tuesday evening, September 16th, at the funeral home.