Jeria Ann (Mears) Acosta

Services for Jeria Ann (Mears) Acosta, 58, of Loco, are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the First Baptist Church in Ringling with Bro. John Morrow and Hailey Bethea officiating. Interment will follow at the Dixie Cemetery in Stephens County. Services are under the direction and care of Alexander Gray Funeral Home in Ringling. 

Jeria was born January 19, 1967, at Ardmore, OK to Mr. Jerry Lee Mears and Mrs. Phyllis Ann (Morrow) Mears. She departed this life Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at her home in Loco.

Jeria was raised in the Plainview area, where she attended local schools and graduated with pride as a member of the Plainview High School class of 1985. Her dedication to her education carried her forward as she pursued further studies at the Southern Oklahoma Technology Center, achieving her certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse.  Throughout her career, Jeria demonstrated remarkable compassion and skill, dedicating herself to the care of others by working at various nursing homes and home health groups within the community. Jeria's commitment to her profession highlighted her nurturing spirit and her unwavering desire to support those in need.  On July 12, 2001, Jeria married Mr. Jesse Lee Acosta in Wichita Falls, Texas. Together, they created a warm and loving home in Dixie. Their life together was marked by love until Jesse's passing on January 14, 2011. Following his death, Jeria continued to embrace her role as a devoted mother, ensuring that their children were well-cared for and supported through life's journey.  Jeria found joy in the simple pleasures of life, particularly in spending time with her grandchildren, who brought immense happiness to her heart. An avid fan of excitement, she loved visiting the casino, relishing the thrill of the games while surrounded by friends and family.

Preceding her in death are her father, Jerry Lee; sister, Leah Williams; brother-in-law, Joe Williams.

Survivors include her children, Stormy Acosta and husband William of Dixie, Jayden Acosta and wife Jayci of Mannford, Hailey Bethea and husband Justin of Mannford, and Tristen Acosta and wife Candice of Dixie; mother, Phyllis Mears of the home; grandchildren, Oliver, Caspian, Leo, Jesse, Freya, Jasmine, and two more on the way; special nephew, Joe Lee Williams and wife Arian with their son, D.J.; nieces and nephews, Cody Gordon along with children, Jake and Jacee, Jennifer Eubanks with her children, Chevy and Emerie, Kirk Gordon and wife Amber with their children, Elena and Bonnie; numerous other family and friends.

Pallbearers will be Joe Lee Williams, Tristen Acosta, Justin Bethea, Cody Gordon, Jayden Acosta, and William Leasure.

Honorary bearers are Jake Gordon, Caleb Morrow, John Morrow, Kirk Gordon, Oliver Leasure, Leo Leasure, and Jesse Bethea.

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