Phyllis R. Smedley

Phyllis R. Smedley, 97, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, August 28, 2009 in Poteau. Phyllis was born August 28, 1912 in Bengal, OK. She was a homemaker. Her husband of 67 years, Ben B. Smedley preceded her in death. She and Ben were constant companions; they did everything together. She was also preceded in death by a son, Don. Phyllis was the oldest living member of the First Baptist Church in Poteau. Survivors include her son, Jim & his wife, LaVern Smedley of Smithville, OK; daughter in law, Charlsey Smedley of Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Donald Paul Smedley of California, Kenneth & wife, Dawn Smedley of Pocola, OK, Joe & wife, Rebecca Smedley of Smithville, OK, Charla & husband, Sean Lawson of Orlando, FL, Kathy & husband, Gary Roland of Corpus Christi, TX; 8 great great grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; & many beloved friends. Services were held 11 am, August 31, 2009 at the Oakland Cemetery Pavilion in Poteau, OK with Rev. Phil McGehee officiating. Interment followed under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, Oklahoma