Emmie Jean Camp

Emmie Jean Camp 74 passed away July 29, 2011 at Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center in Poteau. She was born May 17, 1937 in Cravens ,OK to Grady & Clara (England) Hendrix. . She was a Homemaker. Survivors include 1 daughter Linda Balloew of Atoka ,OK. 2 Sons Maurice Leggett of Poteau ,OK and Glenn Leggett of Poteau ,OK. 1 Sister Jewel Amstutz of Russellville, AR. 2 Brothers Bill Childres of Nash ,TX and Jimmy Childres of Nash ,TX. Emmie was preceded in death by her parents. She had many loved ones and friends and she will be greatly missed. Private services will be held at a later date.

June Maxine Wann

June Maxine Wann, 87, of Wister, OK passed away Saturday, July 30, 2011 in Poteau, OK. June was born in Booneville, AR on April 23, 1924 to Omer & Esther (Harwell) Wann. She was a homemaker. June loved to sew and listen to music. She played the guitar, loved having family get togethers. She was preceded in death by her parents, 6 brothers & 1 sister. Survivors include her brother, Warren Wann of Wister, OK; sister, Bonnie Raines of Wister, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Monday, August 1, 2011 at Summerfield Cemetery Pavilion, Summerfield, OK with Rev. Clyde Steelman officiating. Interment will follow.

Geraldyne Hammons

Geraldyne Hammons, 84, of Wister, OK passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011 in Wister. Geraldyne was born in Wister, OK on October 15, 1926 to Joe Willis & Carrie (Estes) Baldwin. She was a homemaker and a member of the Wister First United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bill; and infant son, William Michael. She is survived by two daughters & sons-in-law, Kathy & David Robertson, Karen & Steve Glinski of Poteau, OK; son & daughter-in-law, Ray & Donna Hammons of Wister, OK: 6 greandchildren, Jolene, D.P., Bud, Karri, Jake & Kaynan; 12 Great Grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were 10 am, Friday, July 29, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church in Wister, OK with Rev. Will Langrehr officiating. Interment followed in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Sam Walden, Steve Walden, Tommy Baker, Rusty Baker, D.B. Lampkin, Sam Abbott, and Bill Baldwin. Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK - In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Wister, OK or to the Alzheimers Association.

Walter C. "Cotton" Carmack

Walter Charles “Cotton” Carmack, 84, of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011 in Talihina, OK. Cotton was born in Poteau, OK on October 30, 1926 to Rube M & Bertha (McClure) Carmack. He was a veteran of the US Navy, serving as a SeaBee in World War II. He was a retired teacher, and also retired from the state working as a Health Inspector. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Poteau. Cotton was preceded in death by his wife, Aldean Carmack and brother, Ed Gene Carmack. Survivors include his daughters, Kay Carmack of Poteau, OK, Sharon Lea Carmack of Vian, OK; son & daughter in law, Charles Allen & Joyce Carmack of Poteau, OK; brother, Roy Don Carmack of Poteau, OK; grandchildren, Lori & Jerry Boblett of Shady Point, OK, Clint & Nina Carmack of Heavener, OK, Caren & Damon Roath of Heavener, OK; great grandchildren, Kayleigh Boblett, Courtney Boblett, Cooper Roath, Tripp Roath & Kameron Carmack; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Friday, July 29, 2011 at Oakland Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow. Honorary Pallbearers will be Clint Carmack, Jerry Boblett, James Vaughn, Damon Roath & Podie Meeks. The family will be at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 5-7 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Joseph Andrew Sanders

Joseph Andrew Sanders, 71, of Shady Point, OK passed away July 21, 2011 in Muldrow, OK. Joseph was born July 6, 1940 in West Helena, AR to Vannily Albert & Leora (Carter) Sanders. Joseph was a custodian at Shady Point Schools for over 25 years. He was retired from the Shady Point Fire Dept.. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Cecil Sanders & Phillip Sanders. Survivors include 3 nephews, Ronald & Chris Sanders, John & Debbie Sanders, Tom Sanders and 1 niece, Sandra & Marc Saddler. Memorial Services will be 3 pm, Friday at the First Assembly of God Church in Shady Point, OK with Marie Akins & Rev. Joe Owen officiating.

Dorothy Jean Kirkley Palmer

Word has been received of the death of Dorothy Jean Kirkley Palmer who was born January 9, 1924 in Howe, OK to Lee & Eula Kirkley. She was a 1943 graduate of Poteau High School. In 1944 she married the love of her life, James Palmer. Since James was a career Marine, they most often lived in Oceanside, CA where Jim was stationed in nearby Camp Pendleton. When her husband was away during WWII, the Korean War, and during “Peacetime” deployments in the Cold War Era, she would make her home in Poteau and work at Poteau Food Market. While her husband fought in the Vietnam War, she waited alone in California. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1989. She is survived by one son, James L. Palmer & wife Patti of Watsonville, CA; grandson, Ryan & wife Brandi; 2 great granddaughters, Reese Laura & Romy Loyce of Livermore, CA; one sister in law, Lyndle Palmer Waters of Abilene, TX. Locally, she is survived by a brother, Garry Kirkley and a niece, Patricia Eidschun, both of Poteau. Graveside services will be Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 10 am, graveside at Shady Point Cemetery, Shady Point, OK with Rev. Larry Matthiesen officiating.

Daisy Abernathy

Daisy Marie “Mamaw” Bryant Abernathy, 91, of Bokoshe, OK passed away Monday, July 18, 2011 in Bokoshe, OK. Daisy was born in Fish Creek, OK on April 11, 1920 to Cairl C. & Mary Elizabeth (Ashworth) Bryant. She was a housewife, farmer & rancher. She was a member of the Bokoshe Church of Christ. Daisy was preceded in death by her husband, J.B.; 6 sisters, Odie Harrelson, Alma Price, Peggy Holcomb, Freda Neal, Ruby Coplen, Jimmie Lee Sloan; 3 brothers, Jack, Dewey, Clemon Bryant. Survivors include her sons & daughters in law, Jim Bob & Janice Abernathy, Carold & Faye Abernathy of Bokoshe, OK; 5 grandchildren & their spouses, Bobbie & Mike Bell of Bokoshe, OK, Trina & Rick Ward of Cameron, OK, Eddie & Pam Abernathy of Shady Point, OK, Jimmy & Celia Abernathy of Bokoshe, OK, Rodney & Shelly Abernathy of Bokoshe, OK; 15 Great Grandchildren, 10 Great Great Grandchildren; sisters & brothers in law, Lois “Pete” Hawkins of Hackett, AR, Juanita & Terry Vaught of Perryville, AR; brother& sister in law, Charles & Mary Bryant of Dalton, GA; special care givers, Donna Zimmerman, Debbie Poore. Services will be 10 am Thursday, July 21, 2011 graveside at Milton Cemetery, Milton, OK with Joe Avery & Rev. Lynn Bullard officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be her great grandsons, Michael, Edward, Jeffrey, Daniel, P.J., Brett, A.J., Alex, Ross, & Carson; honorary pallbearers will be her great granddaughters, Misty, Britney, Cheyenne, Lauren, & Ragan.

Gary "Bub" Gibson

Gary “Bub” Matthew Gibson, 27, of Poteau, OK went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 19, 2011 from his earthly home with his family in Poteau. Gary was born in Ft. Smith, AR on November 3, 1983 to Gary U. & Sharon Lynn (Woodral) Gibson. Bub loved His Lord and the Word of God. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Clayton & Patsy Gibson, Maternal Grandparents, Fred & Doyce Woodral; aunt Rhonda Henson. Survivors include his wife, Megan (Lindenau) Gibson of the home; parents, Gary & Lynn Gibson of Howe, OK; sisters, Christi Lopez of Hodgen, OK, Cheri Radwick of Howe, OK; nieces, MaKailyn Gibson, Alexis Hartsock, Lynsey Espinel, Jazmin Autrey, Madilyn Lopez, Kami Jo Autrey; nephews, George Matthew Espinel, Marc Lopez, Jett Autrey; BFF, Kathy Craig, Janet Mosqueda; aunts and uncles, David & Beverly Gibson of Spiro, OK, Freddie & Brenda Woodral of Bates, AR; a host of family and friends. Services will be 10 am, Friday, July 22, 2011, First Assembly of God Church in Wister, OK with Rev. Roger Mattox officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Heavener, OK. Pallbearers will be Gary Gibson, Thomas Radwick, George Matthew Espinel, Dylan Roberts, Marc Lopez, Dale Fraze, Michael Salsman, Jason Salsman; honorary pallbearers will be Freddie Woodral, Russell Tucker, Bob Craig, Adam Warren, & Donnie Fout. The family will be at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Gloria Jean Tucker

Gloria Jean Tucker, 53, of Pocola, OK passed away Monday, July 18, 2011 in Pocola. Gloria was born November 14, 1957 in Florence, Wisconsin to William & Doris (Klahn) Freund. Gloria worked at Southern Steel & Wire. She was preceded in death by her father; stepfather, Cleve Chaney; and brother, Ronald Freund. Survivors include her husband, Charles Randall Tucker of the home; son, Brad Lee Freund of Pocola, OK; mother, Doris Chaney of Fence, WI; sister, Debbie Sodereloom of Fence, WI; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Southside Free Will Baptist Church in Fort Smith, AR with Rev. Gene Thomas & Rev. Phillip Wiley officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery, Pocola, OK. Pallbearers will be David Thompson, Brian Tucker, Bill Jennings, Joe Ritter, Kane Riggs & Richard Kish. Visitation will be until 5 pm daily at Evans & Miller in Pocola.

Alvin C. Schneider

Alvin C. Schneider, 74, of Poteau, OK passed away Monday, July 18, 2011 in Poteau. Alvin was born in Titusville, PA on October 23, 1936 to Nicolas & Hazel (Stufflebeam) Schneider. Alvin worked in city maintenance. Survivors include his wife, Leora of the home; 3 daughters, Lori Schneider McKeown of Fillmore, CA, Chery Schneider McGraw of Poteau, OK, Connie Upton of Summerfield, OK; 1 son, Allen Schneider of Poteau, OK; 23 Grandchildren; 9 Great Grandchildren; 1 brother, Robert Schneider of Titusville, PA; other relatives & loved ones, many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Friday, July 22, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Keith Williams officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK.

Ava Webster

Ava Webster died suddenly on July 9, 2011 at her home in Bokoshe, OK. She was born Avarilla Mae Wingo on January 27, 1932, in Paul's Valley, OK. Ava was the eldest daughter of William and Agnes Wingo's eleven children and was affectionately known as "Sis". She married Virgil "Bunk" Webster on December 21, 1946. They moved to California, settled in Santa Maria and there they raised a son, Rick and a daughter, Holly. Ava had a true servant's heart, quickly giving her time, talent and resources to help those less fortunate. She was especially fond of animals and rescued many abandoned cats and dogs. Her greatest love, however, was helping children. Ava spent many happy years as a teacher's aide at Arellanes Elementary in Santa Maria, CA and in the Bokoshe schools in OK. Always willing to volunteer, she served as a Cub Scout den mother, sports coach, Girl Scout leader, PTA leader, Parks and Recreation leader, and special member of the Santa Barbara County Planning Commission. Another great love was reading, and Ava delighted in being Bokoshe's librarian these past few years. She passed from us peacefully, surrounded by her beloved animals, books and mementos. Ava was preceded in death by her husband, who passed on March 31, 2007. She will be dearly missed by friends, family, current- and former students. Her survivors include her son, Rick Webster and his wife, Betsy, of Bay St. Louis, MS; her daughter, Holly Webster, of Raleigh, NC; 8 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 4 brothers, 3 sisters and numerous nieces, nephew and cousins. Cremation will take place under the direction of Evans and Miller Funeral Home in Poteau, OK. A celebration of her life is planned for this fall in Bokoshe, OK. In lieu of flowers, please remember Ava by donating to your local animal rescue organization.

Thurman Lee Harber Sr.

Thurman Lee Harber Sr, 84, of Monroe, OK passed away Sunday, July 17, 2011 in Monroe, OK. Thurman was born April 15, 1927 in Monroe, OK to William Quirlous & Beulah Leona (Weatherford) Harber. He was a mechanic. Thurman was preceded in death by his parents; brothers L.Z. Harber & Delbert Harber, an infant brother & sister. Survivors include his wife, Jerolene of the home; 3 sons, Thurman & Rose Harber Jr., of Monroe, OK, Dennis Harber and Donny Harber of Pocola, OK; 7 grandchildren, Lee Harber, Matt Cordes, Tiffany Harber, David Harber, Brian Harber, Blandon Deen, & Hansel Deen; 4 Great Grandchildren; brother, Allen Harber of Eufaula, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Les Scroggins officiating. Interment will follow in Monroe Cemetery, Monroe, OK. Pallbearers will be Thurman Harber Jr., Dennis Harber, Donny Harber, Brian Harber, Blandon Deen and Hansel Deen.

Derrell D. Plummer

Derrell Plummer, 87 of Idabel, OK Services for Derrell D. Plummer will be 10 am, Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Derrell will be laid to rest at Oakland Cemetery under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home. The family will be at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends. Derrell died Sunday, July 17, 2011 at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa seven days following the death of his wife, Ophelia. The son of Edd & Elsie (Young) Plummer Derrell was born September 30, 1923 in Oliver, AR. The family moved to Poteau where Derrell attended school and graduated from Poteau High School. Several years ago he was inducted into the Poteau Football Hall of Fame. In high school he met the love of his life, Ophelia Latta, and they married November 7, 1942. This November would have been their 69th wedding anniversary. Derrell served in the United States Navy for three years during World War II. After leaving the service Derrell & Ophelia moved to Durant to continue his education. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from Southeastern State College, Durant and his Masters & Doctorate work at Oklahoma State University, Stillwater. Derrell was a member of the OSU Alumni Association & Masonic Lodge #23 in Hilton, Oklahoma. Derrell worked in the education field in Smithville, Talihina, 2 years teaching for an oil company in Venezula, Duncan, Fox & worked 30 years with Vocational Rehabilitation in Idabel. Derrell was preceded in death by his wife, Ophelia; daughter, Connie Sue; his parents, & his sister, Dorothy Jean Curtis. He is survived by his brother, Bob Plummer & wife, Wanda of Claremore, OK; sister-in-law, Jean Shaw of LaFayette, CO; numerous nephews, nieces, and dear friends, O.L. & Joyce Childs & Leon & Barbara Blake. Pallbearers will be Brian Plummer, Bruce Plummer, Jim Price, Leon Blake, Lee Curtis, Garry Skinner. Honorary pallbearers will be O.L. Childs & Lewis Schwartz You may leave an online message at evansandmillerfuneralhomes.com Arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK

Omer Edmond Yandell

Omer Edmond Yandell, 84, of Wister, OK passed away Saturday, July 16, 2011 in Wister. Omer was born August 9, 1926 to George Franklin & Lucy (Jones) Yandell. Omer was a veteran of the US Army where he served in WWII. He worked for public works, at a saw mill and as a farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Hazel; son, Billy; grandsons, James Ray & Joshua Duane. Survivors include his daughters & sons in law, Ellen & David Adams of Duncan, OK, Merdith Atwell of Lawton, OK, Mary & Steve Arbuckle of Duncan, OK, Billie Yandell of Stigler, OK; sons & daughters in law, Lonnie & Judy Yandell of Wister, OK, Donald & Pamela Yandell of Poteau, OK, George & Carol Yandell of Cameron, OK; 15 Grandchildren; 26 Great Grandchildren; brother, William Yandell of Oden, AR; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Monday, July 18, 2011 at Summerfield Baptist Church, Summerfield, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Summerfield Cemetery.

Barbara Weaver

Barbara Alma Agnes Weaver, 75, of Shady Point, OK passed away Friday, July 15, 2011 in Poteau, OK. Barbara was born January 26, 1936 in LaCombe, Alberta Canada to Jasper C. & Gladys M. (Balance) Brandt. Barbara was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Marcell of the home; daughters, Delores Edwards of Shady Point, OK, Debra Clements of Poteau, OK, Melinda Weaver of Weatherford, OK, Sandra Sue Brossard of Las Vegas, NV; son, Duane Edward Weaver of Shady Point, OK; 11 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; mother, Gladys Brandt of Chula Vista, CA; sisters, Janice Brubaker of Temecula, CA, Roberta Bitts of AZ, Marsha Carroll Mann of Bonita, CA, Neoma Pearl & Glen Landerakin of San Diego, CA Private family services will be held at a later date

Lori Diane Carrillo

Lori Diane Carrillo, 49, of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2011, in Poteau. Lori was born August 22, 1961 in Nashville, TN to Carl & Gail Dollarhide. She was a clerk in collections. Survivors include her husband, Chris of the home; daughters, Christina Diane Carrillo of the home, Brandi Gail Weaver of Monroe, OK; son, Joshua Adrian Greer of Poteau, OK; parents, Carl Dollarhide of Nashville, TN & Gail Cook of Nashville, TN; sister, Kim Dollarhide of Nashville, TN; brother, DeMarco Perigo of Nashville, TN; numerous grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Memorial Services will be 10 am, Monday, July 18, 2011 in Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. P.J. Atkinson officiating.

Wanda A. Colbert

Wanda A. Colbert, 62, of Heavener, OK passed away Monday, July 11, 2011 in Ft. Smith, AR. Wanda was born February 26, 1949 in Poteau, OK to Elige & Sarah Lemmings. She was a LPN. Wanda was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her daughter & son in law, Tracy & Kerry Mills of Heavener, OK; son & daughter in law, Rick & Donna Hughes of Poteau, OK; 7 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brother, Eddie Lemmings; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Thursday, July 14, 2011 graveside at Howe Cemetery, Howe, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Pallbearers will be Josh Mills, Matt Martindale, Scotty Clague, Thomas Potter, Bobby Oliver, Sean Wilde, Josh Dowe & Tyler Brown

Ellen Milam

Ellen Milam, 82, of Poteau passed away Tuesday May 31, 2011. Ellen was born September 10, 1928, a twin and one of fourteen children to Minnie Lewis. In her younger years she enjoyed playing basketball, tennis, and bowling. Ellen worked along side her husband of over fifty years, Norman Dale Milam, owner/operator of the Poteau City Shoe Market. She enjoyed teaching Sunday school and was a member of the Poteau First Baptist Church. Ellen was preceded in death by her husband; her mother; her father and mother in law Frank S. Milam and Alla L. Milam. Ellen is survived by her twin sister Helen Lewis, of Poteau now living in Fort Smith, A.R.; a sister Betty Markovitz of Fullerton, C.A.; two brothers, James R. Lewis and George H. Lewis both of Nevada; a son Terry Joe Milam of Poteau; a niece Betty Ann Rodgers of Poteau, OK; a granddaughter Karen Page Patrow and grandson in-law James D. Patrow both of Phoenix, A.Z.; a grandson, Christopher A. Milam and his wife Michelle Milam of I.A. a grandson Scott A. Milam of S.C.; four great-grandchildren, Savannah P. Milam, Colton J. Patrow, Christian A. Patrow and Scarlett R. Patrow; numerous friends and loved ones. Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday July 17, at the Poteau First Baptist Church with Rev. Phil McGehee officiating. Reception to follow in the Fellowship Hall.

Louise King

Louise King, 83, of Poteau, OK passed away Sunday, July 10, 2011 in Fort Smith, AR. Louise was born January 9, 1928 in Gilmore, OK to Charley & Carrie Barnhill. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church in Poteau. Survivors include her husband, Carl of the home; son, Larry W. King of Livermore, CA; 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Thursday, July 14, 2011 in Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. The family will be at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with friends and relatives.

Ophelia Irene Plummer

Ophelia Irene Plummer, a beautiful Christian woman passed into eternal rest on July 9, 2011. She was born April 23, 1924 in Hon, AR to Eliza & Claud Latta. She attended school in Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma. She met the love of her life, Derrell Plummer while attending high school. They were married November 7, 1942. This autumn they would have celebrated their 69th anniversary. Ophelia always had deep appreciation for the arts. She and her sister Emma (“Jimmie”, “Judy”) were frequently asked to sing duets at church services and gatherings. During World War II, her husband serving overseas, Ophelia was a volunteer at the USO. As a vocalist, she sang familiar songs of home for the troops. After Derrell finished his service in the Navy, the young couple returned to Oklahoma to the educational field. Although Ophelia was not a teacher as her husband was, she supported him and became chaperone, counselor, and confidante to many students. Ophelia and Derrell are members of the OSU Alumni Association. She excelled at cooking, canning, sewing, and maintaining an immaculate home. She always was a gracious hostess, and when visitors stopped in, she welcomed them with a pot of coffee and slices of apple cake. She enjoyed telling amusing stories of their travels and escapades, particularly about the two years they spent in Venezuela. Ophelia was preceded in death by her daughter, Connie; her parents; sisters, Marie Edwards, Beatrice Parks, Odell Skinner, Emma (“Jimmie”, “Judy”) Baldwin, and brothers, Andrew Latta, Allen Latta, Carnel “Carl” Latta, Clifford Dean Latta, all who were residing in Oklahoma at the time of their passings. She is survived by her husband, Derrell Plummer of Idabel, OK; sister, Jean Shaw of Lafayette, CO; brother in law & sister in law, Bob & Wanda Plummer of Claremore, OK; numerous nephews, nieces, and dear friends O.L. & Joyce Childs, Leon & Barbara Blake. She will be greatly missed by all. Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers will be Larry Baldwin, Dustin Van Hook, Billy Baldwin, Kaleb Baldwin, Brandon Baldwin, Jacob Baldwin. Honorary pallbearers will be J.P. Baldwin & John Robert Baldwin.

Lorene Hudlow

Lorene Sara Leecy Hudlow, 88, of Fanshawe , OK passed away Thursday, July 07, 2011 in Poteau, OK. Lorene was born December 18, 1922 in Fanshawe, OK to Walter Lee & Lillian(Stickney) Herrington. She was a homemaker. Lorene was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd Hudlow Sr., brother, Lee Herrington; daughter, Deborah Hudlow; grandchildren, Mitzi Campbell and Jason “Lil Man” Hudlow. Survivors include her daughters & sons in law, Pat & Frank Bloxham of Red Oak, OK, Cissy & Randy Newby of Fanshawe, OK, Norma & Bill Dutton of Pocola, OK, Karen & Wade Moore of Wilburton, OK; sons & daughters in law, Floyd Hudlow “JR” of Red Oak, OK, Jimmy & Carolyn Hudlow of Cameron, OK, Jerry & Michelle Hudlow of Fanshawe, OK; 25 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; sisters, Bertha Crowder of Red Oak, OK and Margaret Free of Fanshawe, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Saturday, July 9, 2011 at the Free Will Baptist Church in Fanshawe, OK with Greg McGowen officiating. Interment will follow in Fanshawe Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jr. Hudlow, Jerry Hudlow, Frankie Bloxham, Jason Hudlow, Casey Campbell , B.J. Thornburg, Brandon Hudlow, Timothy Moore.

Esther Cofer

Esther Cofer, 99, of Poteau, OK passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2011 in Poteau. Esther was born September 16, 1911 in Cameron, OK to Albert & Eva Clementine (Irvin) Cox. She was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Poteau. Esther was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wade; sisters, Evie Leonard, Edith Garrett, & Eva Cox and Nephew, Carl. Survivors include sons, David A. & Miriam Cofer of Hennessey, OK, Ron & Marsha Cofer of Poteau, OK; daughters, Wadene & Louis Ward of Paris, TX, Anita & Bill Barber of Poteau, OK, Shirley & Joe Slate of Paris, TX; 9 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; host of nieces & nephews. A special thanks to her caregiver, Marie Greene. Services will be 2 pm, Saturday, July 9, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook and Rev. Frankie Harris officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau. The family will be at the funeral home on Friday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with friends & relatives.

Joan McCarty Dunn

Joan McCarty Dunn, 90, of Ft. Smith, AR (formerly of Poteau, OK) died peacefully on Monday, July 4, 2011. She was born in Durant, OK on July 14, 1920 to James A. & Agnes Floyd McCarty. Joan was a member of the First Christian Church in Poteau and served many years as a deaconess. She was a graduate of Southeastern State College, a member of Sigma Kappa social sorority, Kappa Delta Pi & Cardinal Key, scholastic fraternities. She was named in Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities and was a charter member of the Durant Junior Service League. After college, she married her husband, Eugene V. Dunn. The couple were married for 65 years. Joan was a teacher in the Heavener School system until the family moved to Poteau in 1952. There the Dunns established and operated The Credit Bureau of LeFlore County and Robber’s Cave Recreation. She was an avid bridge player, an accomplished horse woman, and active in civic affairs. She was a member of the LeFlore County Historical Society, 20th Century Study Club, and charter member of Chapter GD in P.E.O. She was preceded in death by her husband and grandson, Jay Shadwick. Survivors include two daughters & sons-in-law, Jackie & August Khilling of Ft. Smith, AR, Jana & Brad Randall of Ft. Smith, AR, one son & daughter-in-law, Dr. James E. & Charlene Dunn of Poteau, OK, granddaughter, Caroline Dunn of Poteau, OK; other extended family members and many beloved friends. Services will be held at 11 am, on Friday, July 8, 2011 in the First Christian Church in Poteau with Dennis Jones officiating. Visitation will follow in the fellowship hall. Interment in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Holton, Sam Gentry, Ron Hall, Mark Bovos, Larry Bohannon, Jerry Kemp, Tom Cherry III, and Gary Ben (Dusty) Klutts.

Frances Jannet "Jan" Pate

Frances “Jan” Pate, 75, of Poteau, OK passed away Saturday, July 2, 2011 in Poteau Jan was born July 11, 1935 in Frog Level, NC to Lester & Rose (Morgan) Hunter & was raised in Spindale, NC. Jan & her husband of 57 years, Pat moved to Poteau, OK in 1961. Jan retired from the City of Poteau Water Department after 14 years before helping with the family law practice and was a member of First Baptist Church in Poteau. Her favorite hobby was snow skiing and watching grandchildren. Jan was preceded in death by her husband, Judge Pat Pate Sr., her mother & father; one sister, Midge Collins of Forest City, NC; 3 brothers, Ray, Harold, & JD Hunter of Taylors, SC and one grandson, Steve Queen. Survivors include her sons & daughters in law, Tom & Joleta Pate of Kingwood, TX, Davy & Charlotte Pate of Sallisaw, OK, Kevin & Cindy Pate of Norman, OK, Pat Pate Jr. & Leah Fields of Poteau,; special daughter in law, Karen Nolan of Poteau, OK; brother in law, H.D. &”Pretty” Pat Pate of Bridge City, TX; 15 Grandchildren, Amy & Josh Burum, Aaron & Valerie Pate, Alan Pate, Meredith & Dusty Pate, Kimberly Pate, Jess & Willis Pate, Sharina & Billy Martindale, Amy & Kate Patton, Mark Queen; 6 great grandchildren, Brayden, Dylan, Jordan, Keirsten, Emery & William. A memorial service will be held at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK at 2 PM, Sunday, July 10, 2011 with Rev. Phil McGehee & Rev. Jim Cook officiating