Mary Louise Hamby

Mary Louise Hamby, 84, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, January 26, 2009 at Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center in Poteau, Oklahoma. Mary was born on September 6, 1924 in Bengal, Oklahoma to Hosea & Bessie (Ross) Davis. She was a homemaker. Mary was preceded in death by a sister, Iva Boyd; 2 brothers, Paul Davis & Richard Davis & her parents. Mary is survived by her husband, Wayne Hamby of the home; 2 sons, Ron Pompili of Poteau, OK & Larry Willgues of Ohio; 3 stepdaughters, Sharon Lappert, Anita Maez, & Sandra Hamby all of California; her grandchildren, Arron Maez & Katrina Hamby, both of California; a son, Thaddeus Mitchell of Indiana, Ryan Willgues & Ricky Willgues both of Texas; a great grandson, Tyler Mitchell of Indiana; niece & her husband, Iva & David Sadler of Perry, OK; a great niece, Amie McDaniel of Perry, OK; numerous other relatives & loved ones; and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Mary were held at 2:00 pm Friday, January 30, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Interment followed the services in Oakland Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Ron Pompili, Claud Willis, Gerald Willis, Larry Willgues, David Sadler, & Rob Dorey.

Cleo George Luman

Cleo George Luman, 75 of Wister, OK passed away Thursday, January 29, 2009 in Tulsa, OK. Mr. Luman was born July 1, 1934 in Glendale Community, OK. He was a beloved husband, father & brother. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Amos Luman, 3 brothers & 1 sister. Survivors include 3 daughters: Darlene & Bill Martin of Tulsa, OK, Arlene & Kerstan Holmes of Kansas City, MO, & Jacki & Pete Lively of Blackwell, OK; 9 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; 3 sisters, Lorene Jones, Odean Pilgrim, Jewel Earls; 3 brothers, Harril Luman, Theo (Pat) Luman, & Dale Luman; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Saturday, January 31, 2009 graveside at Reichert Cemetery in Reichert, OK with the Rev. Jack Covey officiating. Interment following in Reichert Cemetery. Pallbearers were Charles Evans, James Evans, Michael Hicks, Jeremy Bachelor, Jerry Earls, & John Castaneda

Billy Charles Anderson

Billy Charles Anderson, 53, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2009 in Eufaula, OK. Billy was born on April 8, 1955 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Charles Lum & Dorothy Wilene (Easley) Anderson. He loved restoring and working on old cars. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Woody & Leona Anderson. Billy is survived by his parents, Charles & Dorothy Anderson of Poteau, OK; a sister Sharon Campbell of Calhoun, OK; a sister Sheila Bunch of Poteau, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; and a host of beloved friends. Funeral services were held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK.

Christine C. Brison

Christine C. Brison, 82, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2009 in Van Buren, Arkansas. Christine was born on November 27, 1927 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Encarnacion Casson & Maria "Guadalupe" Garza. Christine was a member of the Pentecostal Church of God in Poteau, Oklahoma. She was a manicurist & a beautician. She is preceded in death by her parent. Christine is survived by 3 sons, Robert Cavazos of California; Richard Cavazos of Huntington Beach, CA, & Charles Brison of California; a daughter, Anna Marie Lowe of Poteau, Oklahoma; 18 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 3 brothers; numerous other relatives & loved ones; and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Christine were held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 24, 2008 at the First Assembly of God Church in Poteau, OK with the Reverend Keith Williams officiating. Interment followed the services in Oakland Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were her sons & grandsons

Donna Jean Donathan

Donna Jean Donathan, 73, of Fanshawe, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2009 in Poteau, Oklahoma. Donna was born on August 30, 1935 in Ponca City, Oklahoma to Jack Asbury & Bessie Jane (Spurteon) Smith, the first girl & fourth child born into the family. She was a 1953 graduate of Nowata High School. She married her husband Joseph Donathan on April 30, 1974She was retired from Tinker Air Force Base where she worked in the warehouse. Donna and her husband were members of the First Free Will Baptist Church in Fanshawe, OK. Donna is preceded in death by 2 daughters, Linda Elizabeth Wilkerson & Kathy Elaine Wampler; 5 brothers, Jack, John, Jim, Clay, & Steven Smith a grandson, Robert Justin Donathan & her parents. Donna is survived by her husband, Joseph Donathan of the home; 5 sons & daughters in law, Larry Donathan of Calhoun, OK, Neil & Pat Donathan of Panama, OK, Jerry & Barbara Donathan of McAlester, OK, Mike & Liza Donathan of Panama, OK, & Terry Wiggins of Oklahoma City, OK; a daughter, Phyllis Brigance of Eufaula, OK; numerous grandchildren & great grandchildren; 4 sisters, Mary Williams of Corpus Christi, TX, Betty Carroll of Dallas, TX, Nancy Adams of Miami,OK, & Cheryl Hall of Jenks, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Donna were held at 2:00 pm. Saturday, January 24, 2009 at First Free Will Baptist Church of Fanshawe, OK with the Reverend Kenneth Major officiating. Interment followed the services in Fanshawe Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau OK. Pallbearers were her sons & grandsons.

CLARENCE O. EVANS

Clarence O. Evans, 99, of Ft. Smith, AR passed away Sunday, January 18, 2009 in Ft. Smith, AR. Mr. Evans was born in Wister, OK on September 14, 1909 to David & Nellie Edna (Baldwin) Evans. He was a turbine operator. He was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his wife, Susie (Hall) Evans; his parents; 4 brothers, Roy, Otis, Haskell, & Juray Evans; 4 sisters, Neta Madden, Neva Jenson, Margie Humphrey, & Freda Watkins. Survivors include one son, Clarence Evans Jr & wife, Carolyn of Heber Springs, AR; daughters, Janiece Jensen of Conway, AR, Nella Keenom of Ft. Smith, AR; grandsons, Tim Evans of Vicksburg, MS, David Keenom of Clarksville, TN; granddaughters, Toni Truetken, Diane Hagar of Conway, AR; 7 Great Grandchildren; 2 Great Great Grandchldren; numerous nieces, nephews other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were held 2 pm, Tuesday at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Ok with the Rev. Lloyd Humphrey officiating. Interment followed in Maxey Cemetery, Wister, OK. Pallbearers: Tim Evans, Brian Hagar, Steve Pilkington, Neil Brannon, Ronnie Glenn & Gary Humphrey.

D.L. Davis

D. L. Davis, a retired carpenter of Monroe, Oklahoma, born December 27, 1933 at Big Cedar, Oklahoma passed away January 17, 2009 at the age of 75 in his home. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nancy “Jane” Davis; 2 sons and daughters-in-law David and Patricia Davis of Poteau, Bryan and Melissa Davis of Monroe; 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Sheila and Boyd Wilson of Monroe, Carol and Terry Vise of Howe; 2 daughters in law, Deanna Davis of Gilmore, Darla Davis of Monroe; 10 Grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Lillie Whisenhunt; 2 brothers Vernon Davis, Eugene Davis; And a host of loved ones and friends. Preceded in death by 2 sons Douglas Davis, Timothy Davis; Parents Earl and Novella Davis; 1 sister, 3 brothers. Services will be held 2 pm, Monday, January 19, 2009 at Springhill Baptist Church in Monroe, OK with the Rev. Leroy Billy officiating. Interment will follow in Monroe Cemetery, Monroe, OK. Pallbearers: Lance Smith, Mac Armstrong, Brent Thompson, Ronnie Dill, Jimmy Crouch, and Mark Huie. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Fort, Ray Vermillion, Kenneth Rose & Roger McMillian.

Daniel Keith McCarver

Daniel Keith McCarver, 24, of Poteau, OK passed away January 12, 2009 in Farmington, AR. Daniel was born February 11, 1984 to Bryant "Keith" & Coni [Barney] McCarver. Daniel was an Eagle Scout with Boy Scout Troop 30 at First United Methodist Church, Poteau, OK; a member of the Chancellors Leadership Council @ UAFS; a member of Kappa Psi, SWOSU Chapter; a Pharm D Degree graduate of SWOSU Class of 2008. He was employed at Walgreen's Pharmacy since his graduation. Daniel was a quick-witted, humorous, light-hearted, playful & caring person. He was preceded in death by his father, Ketih McCarver; grandparents, Bryan McCarver, Joyce Ford, & Richard Barney. Survivors include his wife, Lacey [Stottsberry] McCarver of the home; mother, Coni McCarver of Poteau, OK; grandparents, Carolyn McCarver of Poteau, Jerry & Mary Ford of Poteau, Mary Barney of Wellsville, KS; great grandmothers, Edna Highfill of Poteau & Geraldine Inman of Medford, OR; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were held 2 pm, Saturday, January 17, 2009 at Bob Lee Kidd Civic Center in Poteau, with the Rev. Rick Snyder & Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau. Pallbearers were Chance Graves, Jacob Doyle, Partrick Ford, Jake Thompson, James Ford, & Shawn Standford. Honorary pallbearers were Leo Olivarez, Larry Young, Bill Marvin, Connor Marvin, Colin Marvin, Andrew Taylor, Brandon Tarwater, Brian Pollard & Eddie Lockhart.

David Clark

David Clark, 72, of Poteau, Ok passed away Friday, January 16, 2009 in Ft. Smith, AR. Mr. Clark was born in Swink, OK on May 3, 1936 to Dave & Eunice [Powers] Clark. He was retired from Pitchford Glass Company in Heavener, OK & a newspaper carrier for Poteau Daily News & Sun for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, & spending time with his family. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather & will be missed by his many friends, route customers, & newspaper family. Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Mary (Scott) Clark; 5 daughters, Melanie Potter & Lisa Taylor of Poteau, OK, Tiffany & DJ Sugg of Cameron, OK, Eunice Ann Clark, Diana Lynn Clark, & Shelia Rene Clark all of California; 3 sons, Jessie Clark & Liz Wood of Cameron, OK, DAniel & Misty Clark of Roland, OK, Richard David Clark of California; 5 sisters, Bennie Jo Middleton of California, Carol Fonstein of Sulphur, OK, Ruth Davis of Little Ax, OK, Jane Scott of Howe, OK, Opal Ellison of Van Buren, AR; 2 brothers, Robert Clark of Purcell, OK and Thomas Clark of Pauls Valley, OK, 3 grandchildren, Brittany Moore, Hailey Treat, & Xavier Sugg all of the home; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services: 2 pm, Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at Oakland Cemetery Pavilion - Poteau, OK with Rev. Clyde Hess officiating. Interment following in Oakland Cemetery

Charles Lee Casey

Charles Lee Casey, 68, of Poteau, Ok passed away at his home in Poteau on Wednesday, January 14, 2009. He was born in Wister, OK on October 1, 1940, to Garland & Armilda (Loughridge) Casey. Charles was a welder. He was a veteran of the US Army. Survivors include 2 sisters, Barbara Watts of Edmond, OK & Doris Workman of Portland, OR; 2 brothers, Glenn Casey of Stockton, CA & Bill Casey of Pauls Valley, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were held 10 am, Friday, January 16, 2009 graveside at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Wister, Ok with interment following. Rev. Jim Cook officiated.

Francis Virginia (Jackson) Goforth

Francis Virginia Jackson Goforth, 84, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, January 12, 2009 in Poteau. Francis was born on November 5, 1924 in Bennington, Oklahoma to Ben & May (Beatty) Jackson. She was a homemaker. On March 6th, 1943, Francis married the love of her life, Clifford Goforth in Bennington, OK. The couple were married for 52 years before Clifford preceded her in death. A son, Gary Don Goforth and a grandson, Jr. Goforth also precede her in death. Francis is survived by 2 daughters, Jodi Dacus of Poteau, OK & Mary Dean Goforth of Quinton, OK; 7 sons Douglas Goforth of Portland, OR; Roger Goforth, Dennis Goforth, Ted Goforth, & Kenny Goforth, all of Howe, OK; Ned Goforth of Safford, AZ; and Wayne Goforth of Poteau, OK; 16 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; a sister Mary Lou Rodgers of Desoto, TX, a brother, Marshall Jackson of Sabine Pass, TX; numerous other relatives & loved ones; and a host of beloved friends. Funeral services for Francis were held at 2:00 pm Thursday, January 15, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Interment followed the services in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were her sons & grandsons.

Iva Mae Boyd

Iva Mae Boyd, 87, passed away Friday, January 9, 2009 at her home in Poteau, OK. She was born April 24, 1921 in Poteau to Hosea & Bessie (Ross) Davis. Iva married her best friend, Tom O. Boyd on December 14, 1940. She & Tom lived in California for over 30 years where she was employed with Famous Fashion Wear. After retirement they moved to Mustang, OK where they opened an Otasco store which they operated for several years before moving back to Poteau. Iva loved gardening & yard work, making cookies & pies for other people, & most of all she loved going to church singing & serving God. She was a faithful member of Calvary Assembly of God Church. Tom preceded hder in death on September 16, 1996. Her parents, & 2 brothers, Richard & Paul Davis also preceded her in death. Survivors include her daughter & son in law, Iva Lou & DAvid Sadler of Perry, OK; son, Bill Boyd of Mena, AR; 6 grandchildren, Shannon & J.T. Thompson of San Angelo, TX, Amie McDaniel of Perry, OK, Josie & Brad Miller of POteau, OK, BreAnn Sprayberry & Cody Sprayberry of Poteau, Dylon Chase Boyd of Arkansas; great grandchildren, Adyson Faith McDaniel of Perry, OK & Shelby Rae Sprayberry of Poteau, OK; sister & brother in law, Mary & Wayne Hamby of Poteau, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services: 10 am, Tuesday, January 13, 2009 at Calvary Assembly of God Church, Poteau, OK with Rev. Armon Newburn, Rev. Phil McGehee, & Rev. Lynn Bullard officiating. Interment in Oakland Cemetery- Poteau. Pallbearers: Greg Newburn, Jeff Callaway, Ronnie Pompili, JT Thompson, Larry Williques, Thad Williques, Claud Willis, Gerald Willis, David Sadler, Wayne Hamby, & Jim McNabb

Alice I. Knight

Alice I Knight, 74, of Poteau, Ok passed away Saturday, January 10, 2009 in Fort Smith, AR. Mrs. Knight was born January 16, 1934 in Knot Hole, OK to Jim & Winnie Pearl (Farris) Brown. She was retired from the City of Poteau Water Department. She was a member of Shepherds Heart Pentecostal Church in Poteau. Bro. Carter Rogers officiated at her and Vernard's wedding 53 years ago in Polk Creek Assembly of God Church which is now Calvary Assembly of God Church in Poteau. Mrs. Knight always wanted her home to be a restful place of peace for any and all who would enter. Her heart of hospitality was evident during her hospital stay as well as in her home for many years. Survivors include her husband Vernard of the home; 2 daughters, Donna Billy of Poteau, OK, Cindy Pate of Norman, OK; 6 grandchildren, Andrew & Crystle Billy of Poteau, OK, Allison Billy of Poteau, OK, Amy & Josh Burum of Germany, Anthony Billy of Poteau, OK, Aaron Pate of Mobile, Al, Alan Pate of Norman,OK; great grandchildren, Alina Billy of Midland, TX & Emery Burum of Germany; sister, Bonnie Payne & husband, Tom of Poteau, OK; sons in law, Gerald Billy of Poteau, OK & Kevin Pate of Norman, OK; sister in law, Viola Brown of Cameron, OK; other relatives & loved ones; a host of beloved friends and her 'adopted' children, family, and friends who were fortunate to share her love and acceptance. Services: 2 pm, Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Calvary Assembly of God Church, Poteau, OK with the Rev. Clyde Hess & Rev. Joe Atkinson officiating. Interment in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers: Rick Goodin, Nick Hess, Larry Crossland, Mark Crossland, Josh Bryant, & Dave Yeager. Honorary pallbearers, Andrew, Anthony, Aaron, Alan & Josh. Family visitation; Tuesday Evening 6-8 pm.

Myra Lou Burgess

Myra Lou Burgess, 87, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, January 9, 2009, in Ft. Smith, AR. Mrs. Burgess was born May 22, 1921, in Coaldale, AR to Henry & Millie Fortner. She was a member of the Baptist Church & attended Trinity Baptist Church in Poteau. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Theodore Burgess on December 22, 1997. Survivors include her daughters, Onetia Flynn of Iola, KS & Sue Free of Poteau, OK; son, Jerry Burgess of Grand Prairie, TX; 8 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sisters in law, Margie Adams & Bobbie Burgess; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 10 am, Monday, January 12, 2009 at Trinity Baptist Church, Poteau, OK with the Rev Leroy Billy & Randy Burgess officiating. Interment following in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers: Donald Allison, Randy Burgess, Bob Free, Hoot Jackson, Harold Gilbert, & Mike King.

Katherine E. Hayes

Katherine E. Hayes, 76, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, January 9, 2009 in Poteau. Katherine was born February 28, 1932 in Madison, Wisconsin to Fredrick J. & Myrtle (Austin) Schroeder. She was a homemaker. Her parents; brother, Chester; and son, Fred preceded her in death. Survivors include her daughter, Doris A. (Hayes) Sitton; son, Cecil G. Hayes; 3 grandsons, 1 granddaughter; 7 great grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 2 pm, Monday, January 12, 2009 at Monroe Cemetery Pavilion, Monroe, OK. Interment following. Rev. Jim Cook officiating.

Herbert Gene Collins

Herbert Gene Collins, 80, passed away on Sunday January 4, 2009 at the Okmulgee Memorial Hospital in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. He lived to be 80 years old. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 8, 2008 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma. Interment will follow the services at Greenhill Cemetery in Cameron, Oklahoma. Herbert was born in Shady Point, Oklahoma on August 8, 1928 and was the 8th son of Claude A. Collins & Artie Perl Jones Collins. He served in the US Navy for 3 years aboard the USS Charles P. Cecil. He was also awarded the World War II Victory Medal for his services. He married Blanch Geraldine Keeran on September 1, 1952 in Checotah, OK. They stayed married until her passing on May 1, 2003. Survivors included one son Charles Collins, one daughter Judy Lynn McFarland, 3 grandchildren & 4 great grandchildren; He was also survived by 3 brothers, Henry Collins of Oklahoma City, OK, Pat Collins of Advance, NC, & Kenneth Collins of Carson City, NV; numerous other relatives & loved ones & many beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal & paternal grandparents, his father & his mother; his loving wife & 6 brothers. Herbert will be dearly missed by all.

Matthew Nelson Cooper

Matthew Nelson Cooper, 17, of Poteau, OK, passed away on January 5, 2009 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was born October 1, 1991 in Ft. Smith, AR. He was known as Nelson by Mom, Dad, Sister, & family, & known as “Matt by his many friends. Nelson was a JR at Poteau High School & well liked by all who knew him. He was a kind-hearted, compassionate, sensitive to others’ needs, non-judgmentaal, & fun to be around boy who loved all. Nelson had a special gift for connecting with small children whom he showed lots of attention & patience. Nelson always enjoyed family get-togethers & “movie nights”. He loved to “hang out” & spend a lot of time with his friends, play video games & watch T.V. He didn’t take life too seriously; he was laid back & carefree. He strived to make each day a happy one. He always made others laugh & his commentaries will never be forgotten. He believed in organ donation & his contributions will enable others to have life. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Bill & La-Dean Ritter and (Smokey) and Juanita Mae Cooper He is survived by his parents, Joe & Becky Cooper, Sister Crystal Kay Cooper of the home; aunts & uncles, Randy Cooper of Poteau, Gary Cooper of Greenwood, AR, Frances and David Butler, Virginia and Steve Hughes, Lora and Tim Daugherty, all of Poteau, Lawton and Veronica Ritter of Spiro; cousins Michael Cooper of Poteau, John and Jaime Cooper of Fort Worth, Texas, Angela Cooper of Tulsa, Billy Joe Ritter of Poteau, Darrin Baxter of Spiro, Rhonda and Pete Young of Tulsa, Amy and Doug Martinez of Poteau, Brian Hughes of Pryor, Loralee and Bryce Hamman, David Lee and Tabby Eggleston, Kathy and Justin Akins, and Desiray Daugherty all of Poteau; very special friend, Amanda Hall and numerous other relatives & loved ones and a host of beloved friends. A celebration of Nelson’s life will be conducted Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 2:00 pm at Bob Lee Kidd Civic Center in Poteau, OK with Reverend Jim Cook officiating. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau. Pallbearers will be Billy Joe Ritter, David Lee Eggleston, Brian Hughes, Michael Cooper, John Cooper, Justin Akins, and Bryce Hamman. Honorary pallbearers will be Doug Martinez and Pete Young.

Arnol V. Watts

Arnol V. Watts, 68, of Cameron, OK passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2009 in Cameron. Arnol was born on May 23, 1940 in Rosedale, Oklahoma to Rich & Viola Watts. He was a farmer & rancher. He loved spending time with his family & friends. Arnol is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, RV Watts; 4 sisters, Katherine Moore, Virginia Fox, Una Maye Watts, & Ina Doyle; a son Monty Watts; and a granddaughter Jamie Watts. Arnol is survived by his wife of 42 years, Shirley Watts of the home; 3 daughters & sons in law, Becky & Scotty Terry & Denise & Billy Ray Colwell all of Cameron, Oklahoma; & Sabra & Everett Seagraves of Shady Point, OK; 2 sons & daughters in law, Rick & Priscilla Watts of Spiro, OK & Jason & Amanda Watts, of Cameron, OK; a daughter in law, Tammy Watts of Cameron, OK; 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 3 sisters Dollie Underwood of Spiro, OK, Faye & Don Bryant of Dallas, TX, Mary & Leon Mangrum of Tulsa, OK; brother & sister in law, Jesse & Bea Watts of Fort Smith, AR; a brother in law, J.C. Doyle of Tulsa, OK; numerous other relatives & loved ones; and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Arnol were held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Interment followed the services in Shady Point Cemetery, Shady Point, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma. Pallbearers were Steve Underwood, David Lee Moore, Billy Don Doyle, Roger Watts, Bradley Bryant, & Brian Long. Honorary pallbearers were his nephews and grandsons.

Mikal D. Morphis

Mikal D. Morphis, 20, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2009 at Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center in Poteau, Oklahoma. Mikal was born on March 18, 1988 in Poteau, OK to Dwain & Kecia (Chandler) Morphis. He worked in the oil fields and loved spending time with his family and friends. Mikal is survived by his fiancé’ and mother of his child, Sammy Joe Perkins of the home; a daughter Kayegen Jean Morphis of the home; his mother Kecia Chandler of Poteau, OK; his father Dwain Morphis of Poteau, OK; 3 sisters Lydia Brown of Gilmore, OK, Callee Parsons of Tulsa, OK & Karissa Morphis of Poteau, OK; a brother, Troy Barnett of Poteau, OK; his paternal grandmother, Imogene Ellis of Poteau, OK; his maternal grandparents, Winford & Carolyn Chandler of Poteau, OK his maternal great grandmother, Lavina Quigg of Poteau, OK; other relatives & loved ones and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Micak held at 2:00 pm Friday, January 9, 2009 at Springhill Baptist Church in Monroe, Oklahoma with the Rev. Frankie Harris officiating. Interment following services in Monroe Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Kevin Gee, Jerry Bailey, Cory Pickle, Louis Ping, Chris Peterson, & Jarrett Goforth.

Anna Lou Capell

Anna Lou Capell, 84, of Poteau, OK passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2008 in Ft. Smith, AR. Mrs. Capell was born November 30, 1924 in Johnson County, AR. She was a homemaker; a member of the Poteau Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Ambrose L. "Al" Capell on June 11, 1995; as well as her parents O.B. & Viola (West) Sisco; brothers & sister, Clyde Sisco, Robert "Bob" Sisco, & Betty Turney. Survivors include 2 sons and their wives, Larry & Loretta Capell, Gary & Viola Capell of Poteau, OK; granddaughter, Tammy Annette Perry of Dallas, TX; 2 grandsons, Cody Louis Capell & Aaron Wayne Capell of Poteau, OK; 2 sisters, Wanda Prater of Oklahoma City, OK and Kathryn Williams of Rock Mart, GA; 2 brothers, Charles Sisco of Panama, OK & Kenneth Sisco of Shady Point, OK; numerous nieces & nephews; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends; and her sweet dogs, Angel & Corky. Services will be Saturday, January 3, 2009 at the Poteau Church of Christ, Poteau, OK with Don Cherry, Rev. Jim Cook & Bob Marchant officiating. Interment will follow in Shady Point Cemetery, Shady Point, OK. Pallbearers will be Larry Turney, Phillip Hudson, Jerry Hudson, Robert Earl Sisco, Leon Prater, Taylor Newby, Glen Turney, Cody Capell, & Aaron Capell.