Friday, February 25, 2011

Eugene Staton

Eugene Staton, 83, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, February 25, 2011 in Poteau. Eugene was born June 25, 1927 in Old Bokoshe, OK to Cecil A. & Rose Etta (Caricker) Staton. He was a veteran of the US Army & Air Corp, serving in WWII. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Cecil Staton and sister, Amelia Preston. Survivors include his wife, Vera Lee Staton of Poteau, OK; daughter, Rose Lee Ary of Santa Barbara, CA; son, David Eugene Staton of Orcutt, CA; 4 Grandchildren, Kelly Ary, Jared Staton, Jessie Campbell, & Shawnee Cook; 3 Great Grandchildren; special cousin, Charles Bailey of Bokoshe, OK; special niece, Sue Niven of Poteau, OK, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 1 pm, Saturday, March 5, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Old Bokoshe Cemetery, Bokoshe, OK. There will be a visitation from 6 to 8 Friday at Evans Chapel of Memories.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Johnny Wayne Goff

Johnny Wayne Goff, 63, of Poteau, OK passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2011 in Eufaula, OK. Johnny was born in Calhoun (Bennington), OK on December 25, 1947 to Velton & Alice Minnie (Garrett) Goff. He was a pawn shop owner and furniture builder. Johnny was a veteran of the US Navy. He was preceded in death by his father; and son, John Goff II. Survivors include his ex wife-reinstated, Linda Farwell of Spiro, OK; mother, Alice Goff of Poteau, OK, daughter, Tiffany Goff of Spiro, OK, son, Robert Barr of Baycliff, TX; 8 grandchildren, Bishop Goff, Heather Goff, Hailey Barr, Daniel Barr, Cheyenne Barr, Linda Barr, Josh Murry, Tony Murry; 6 great grandchildren, Daniel Barr III, Jaylynn Barr, Richard Paul Bell II, Rebel Murry, Ellie Murry, Sophi Murry; sister, Donna Orantez of Upland, CA, brother, Jerry Goff of Noble, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held at 11 am, Wednesday, March 2, 2011 graveside at Shady Point Cemetery, Shady Point, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment followed in Shady Point Cemetery.

Dorothy Anderson

Dorothy Anderson, 74, of Poteau, OK passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2011 in Fort Smith, AR. Dorothy was born in Wister, OK on April 21, 1936 to Fred & Dovie (McKim) Easley. She was a home health provider. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; son, Billy Anderson; and brother, Lloyd Easley. Survivors include her husband, Charles Anderson of the home; 2 daughters, Sharon Campbell of Calhoun, OK, Shelia Bunch of Poteau, OK; 7 grandchildren, Joseph Bunch of IL, Tasha Martinez of Ft. Smith, AR, Keisha Sanchez of Poteau, OK, Leightina Wright of Shady Point, OK, Michael Terry of Monroe, OK, Kevin Terry of Calhoun, OK, Melanie Anderson of IL; 13 Great Grandchildren, Taygan Bunch, Nathion Bunch, Jordan Martinez, Destiny Martinez, Aaliyah Sanchez, Damion Sanchez, Tobin Wright, Katrina Wright, Cody Terry, Jace Terry, Mercedes Terry, Gracie Terry, Britney Terry; brother, Johnny Easley of Poteau, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Saturday at Evans chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. Roger Mattox officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers will be Joseph Bunch, Michael Terry, Cody Terry & Ernest Terry Jr.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Clarence William Hughes

Clarence William Hughes, 75, of Poteau, OK passed away Sunday, February 20, 2011 in Fort Smith, AR. Clarence was born August 24, 1935 in Hunt, TX to Everett & Sarah Frances (Mogford) Hughes. Clarence was a veteran of the US Marines and served in Korea. He was a retired truck driver. He like hunting, fishing, and gardening; and using his tractor. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents; son, David Hughes, brother, Coleman Hughes & Paul Hughes; sister, Evelyn Anderson; granddaughter, Charlene Martin; great grandson, Christopher White. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy of the home; 5 daughters, Debbie Teague of Ft. McKavett, TX, Judy Rice of Stockdale, TX, Frances Herzog of Sequin, TX, Janice Sasser of New Braunfels, TX, Gayla Ferbrache of Eunice, NM; 3 sons, Bill Hughes of Stigler, OK, Kennith Hughes of Eunice, NM, Craig Hughes of Deming, NM; 19 Grandchildren; 22 Great Grandchildren; 3 brothers, Warren Hughes of Eunice, NM, Dale Hughes of Eunice, NM, Howard Hughes of Willow Springs, MO; 4 sisters, Irene Hawkins of Kerrville, TX, Mary Ellen Loob of Lancaster, TX, Margaret Day of Avalon, TX, Charlotte Striker of Avalon, TX; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at Maxey Cemetery Pavilion in Wister, OK with Rev. Stephen Billy officiating. Interment will follow. The family will be at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Gary L. Cannon

Gary L. Cannon, 69, of Cameron, OK passed away Thursday, February 17, 2011 in Cameron, OK. Gary was born February 22, 1941 in Cameron, OK to Jess & Ruby (Murray) Cannon. He was a cattleman/rancher. Gary was a member of Calhoun Baptist Church. He was a member of the Oklahoma/Arkansas Angus Association and the American Angus Association. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Cary Cannon; brother in law, Frank Shiflett; and a wife, Bernice. Survivors include his wife, Esther of the home; son & daughter in law, Tim & Susan Cannon of Knothole (Cameron), OK; daughter & future son in law, Janeann Denny & David Ostrowski of Crowder, OK; sister, Ruthann Shiflett of Ft. Smith, AR; grandchildren, Nikki & Mark Brown,k Dustin & Paige Cannon, Terry Cannon, Tyler Cannon, Blake Denny, Jade Ostrowski, & Josiah Ostrowski; great grandchildren, Ethan Brown, Dalton Brown, Chloe Brown, Triston Cannon; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Kelly Shiflett, Rev. Jim Cook, and Tina Kensinger officiating. . Interment will follow in Greenhill Cemetery, Cameron, OK. Pallbearers will be Jimmie Kay Archey, Brian Murray, Jerry Murray, Jerry McAlester, Mark King, Keith Murray, & Dewey Shoup. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandsons, Jerry Hensley & Josh Ryan Watts (Lance Corporal US Marine Corp) .

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

William Bernie Hale Jr.

William Bernie Hale Jr. 88 of Poteau,OK passed away February 12,2011 in Poteau,OK. William was born April 16,1922 in Poteau,OK to William Bernie and Lona(Gibson)Hale.William was a Mason. Mr. Hale was a veteran of the US Navy. He served in WWII between 1942-1945. Survivors include his 2 sisters Lucille Gregory of Poteau,OK and Kathleen Hale of Poteau,OK; 3 Nieces Judy Miller & husband, Louis of Monroe,OK and Renee Fout & husband,Dale of Monroe,OK and Sharon Geyer of Poteau,OK; 2 Nephews Rick Hale & wife,Esther of Rackeby,CA; Great Nephews Ryan Gregory & Wife Audrey of Rackeby,CA and Wesley Hale & Wife Marie of Fullerton,CA and Chris Hale,Eric Hale,Cody Hale of Fullerton,CA and Justin Fout of Tulsa,OK; Great Nieces Lisa Newman & Husband, Derick of Sapulpa,OK, Tiffany Fout of Monroe,OK and Callie Geyer of Orange County,CA; Great Great Nephews Jaden Gregory of Rackeby,CA and Riley Hale of Fullerton,CA; Great Great Niece Kelsey Hale of Fullerton,CA. Many other Relatives & Loved Ones a Host of Beloved Friends. Services will be held 10am Friday,February 18,2011 graveside at Vaughn Cemetery in Gilmore,OK. Evans & Miller Funeral Home,Poteau,OK

Michael Andrew Alire Grim Jr.

Michael Andrew Alire Grim Jr., 14, of Poteau, OK passed away Saturday, February 12, 2011 in Bokoshe, OK. Michael was born April 17, 1996 in Hayward, CA to Michael Andrew Alire and Darla Beth Grim. He was preceded in death by his cousins, Kenny Anderson, Ryan Anderson; aunts, Gail Martinez, Lori Fields; uncle Frank Enderlin; special grandmother, Linda DeBorba. Survivors include his mother, Darla Grim of the home; 2 sisters, Amberlynn Cornet of Stigler, OK, Kayla Pulver of Hayward, CA; 2 nephews, Isaac Ruis and Florty Ruis; 1 niece, Sophia Ruis; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 2 pm, Friday, February 18, 2011 at Immanuel Baptist Church in Poteau OK with Jason Waymire officiating. Pallbearers will be Jacob Anderson, Santori Jones, Leo Martinez, Daniel Hogan & James Bunch. The family will be at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Kaleb Brandin Needham

Kaleb Brandin Needham, 17, of Pocola, OK passed away Saturday, February 12, 2011 in Fort Smith, AR. Kaleb was born on October 27, 1993 in Clarksville, AR to Douglas Ray & Kimberly Jayne (Russell) Needham. He was a member of the Pocola High School Band. He attended culinary classes at Kiamichi Technology Center. He as a member of "Spiro Fuel Band" and "This Constant Struggle Band". He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Neman E. Russell. Survivors include his mother and father, Doug & Kim Needham of Pocola, OK; 2 brothers, Bradley & Tina Maulsby of Van Buren, AR, Ryan Needham of Pocola, OK; nephew, Cooper Maulsby; paternal grandparents, Ray & Sharon Needham of Ozark, ART, Patsy Needham of Clarksville, AR; maternal grandmother, Mickey Russell of Ozone, AR; special cousins, Nathan Ray Stewart and wife, Jennifer - 188th Fighter Wing, Van Buren, AR, Evan Stewart; aunt and uncle, Larry & Roberta Shoemaker of Rayville, MO; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives & loved ones; a host of beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Saturday, February 19, 2011 at the Pocola High School Gym with Rev. Shane Waldrop and Rev. John Ward officiating. Interment will follow in Macedonia Cemetery, Pocola, OK. Pallbearers will be Justin Smith, Antonio Largo, Grant Jones, Terry Rowland, Isaac Boardman, Nathan Stewart, Brad Maulsby, Ryan Needham. Honorary pallbearers will be Tyler Limbocker, Tyler Smith, Taylor Smith, Cory Hayes & Cody Hayes. Contributions may be made at Arvest Bank in Kaleb's name. The family will be at the funeral home in Pocola on Friday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Ruby Nell Coggins

Ruby Nell Coggins, 87, of Poteau, OK went to meet her Lord Jesus Christ Saturday, February 12, 2011 in Shawnee, OK. Ruby Nell was born September 7, 1923 in Williams, OK to Otto & Mittie (Howard) Nummy. She was a graduate of Cameron High School and Eastern Oklahoma A&M College in Wilburton, OK. In September 1941 she married Paul Coggins and they had one daughter, Karen Ann. Ruby & Paul lived in Poteau, OK for the majority of their marriage and were members of the Poteau First Baptist Church. Together they were landlords to many tenants throughout the years, often providing free housing to those who had fallen on hard times. Ruby Nell worked 20 years for Shanahan Finance Co. She was a proud employee of the Community State Bank for 30 years. Working full-time until she was 83 years old. She was most proud of her two grandsons, Jay and Jeff Sample, whom she helped to raise. She enjoyed her great grandchildren and always kept a strong sense of humor to the end. After she lost her husband to Parkinson’s Disease in 1990, she became very close to her good friends and was grateful for their companionship, especially Pat Hunt and Janet Marler. She left behind saddened hearts but her family awaits the day they will be reunited in heaven with their sweet and sassy “Mamma”. Survivors include her grandsons, Jay Sample & wife, Terri of Lexington, OK and their children, Anna, Adam & Abigail, Jeff Sample & his wife, Jenny of Moore, OK and their son, Kyden; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Thursday, February 17, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. Roger Mattox & Rev. Jim Cook. 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 relatives & friends.

John Foken

John Foken, 55, of Poteau passed away February 13, 2011. His services will be under the direction of Millsap Funeral Home in Muskogee, OK

Monday, February 14, 2011

Norma June Smith

Norma June Smith was born March 11, 1926, in Lovell, OK to H. C. and Ruby (Elrod) Wehrenberg. She passed away on February 13, 2011, at home in Poteau, OK. Norma Smith was retired from 30 years of teaching, with 25 of those years at Poteau High School. She taught English, Literature, Speech, and Drama. She sponsored, supervised, and directed students in theatrical productions, speech and debate contests, and mock trial contests, often advancing to area and state competitions. She was awarded Teacher of the Year and a Governor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Norma was active in several organizations, including the Good Times Community Theatre League which she founded, Seniors Only where she served as a hostess for several trips, AARP, LeFlore County and Oklahoma Retired Teachers organizations, Delta Kappa Gamma, Friends of the Library, and the Red Cross. Her volunteer work for the Red Cross has been both local and statewide when necessary. In all of these organizations, she held leadership positions and volunteered on numerous committees. She delivered Meals on Wheels and was the camp secretary for Modern Woodmen for many years. A member of the First Presbyterian Church, she served as an Elder, a Commissioned Lay Preacher, Hunger Action Enabler, and was honored with a Lifetime membership in the Presbyterian Women. She served as a delegate to the Presbyterian General Assembly and the Presbyterian International Women’s Gatherings. Through the Methodist Volunteers in Mission, Norma traveled to Alaska and to Mexico to teach Bible School and work on renovation projects in these areas. Norma is survived by five daughters and their husbands, Becky and Bill Harned, Bethany, OK, Sharon and George Crawford, Muskogee, OK, Rosemary and Carl Underwood, Charleston, AR, Beth and Richard Peck, Poteau, OK, and Shera and Jim Garber, DeQuincy, LA; grandchildren Bill Harned Jr.(Paula), Kim Cox (Aaron), Brian Crawford (Crystal), Clint Crawford, Amber Vreeland (Travis), Zachary Underwood (Kerry), Joshua Underwood (Jessica), Tyler Underwood, Amanda Townley (Michael), Steve Peck (Regina), Lauren Peck, Preston Jowers, Summer Sea, Tammy Thompson (Koley), and Brandon Sea (Ashley); 13 great-grandchildren; sister Shirley Deter, Guthrie, OK; extended family and many friends. Services are under the direction of Evans-Miller Funeral Home with Rev. Zachary Underwood and Brother George Crawford officiating. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 16 at 10 a.m. at Evans Miller Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be contributed to The Good Times Community Theatre League, 207 S. McKenna Poteau, OK 74953.

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Kaye Fannin Elmore

Kaye (Fannin) Elmore, 58, of Wister, OK passed away Saturday, February 12, 2011 in Wister. Kaye was a court clerk. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Wister, a member of Eastern Star. Kaye was preceded in death by her parents, John Fannin & Ada Lee (Bryan) Lee; grandmother, Neva Bryan; and brothers, Johnny Fannin & Bryan Lee. Survivors include 2 daughters, Crystal Elmore & Mandy Goforth of Oklahoma City, OK, Paula Elmore Harper of Oklahoma City, OK; 1 son, Paul Elmore Jr. of Oklahoma City, OK; 1 grandson, Jayse Goforth; 1 sister, Brenna & Dail Smith of Flower Mound, TX; 1 brother, Brent Lee of Oklahoma City, OK; 1 Nephew, Drew Smith; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held at 2 pm, Tuesday, February 15, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Wister, OK with Rev. Keith Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in Maxey Cemetery, Wister, OK. Pallbearers will be Dustin Vaughn, Paul Elmore Jr. Lint Harmon, Bud Hammons, Steve Bryan & David Donoley. The family will be at the funeral home on Monday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Wilma Jeanne Burton

Wilma Jeanne Burton died Thursday, February 10, 2011 in Fort Smith, AR. She was born on July 16, `1931 in Poteau, OK to Mollie A. Caldwell & John D. Ritter. Wilma graduated from Poteau High School where she met the love of her life – Joe Earl Burton. They were married on September 4, 1948. In 1950 they moved to California where they lived for several years, and in 1963 they moved to Poteau. Wilma and Joe were active, long-time members of First United Methodist Church in Poteau, where they enjoyed singing in the choir together. Over the years Wilma was involved in teaching Sunday School, helping with Vacation Bible School, and various other activities. She loved reading her Bible and sharing her faith. As a homemaker and mother of 3, she was a wonderful cook and her sewing talents were evident in the dresses and formals that she made for special occasions. She also made beautiful afghans. Later, Wilma worked outside the home for a short time as part-time secretary for a local auto dealership. Then, in 1971 when Joe moved their business, Burton Tool and Cutter Grinding, into a new building, Wilma was full-time secretary/bookkeeper. Wilma was avid fan of the University of Oklahoma Sooner, attending many football games with husband, Joe and their friends from Poteau. In the years leading up to Joe’s diagnosis with cancer in 1984, they were able to make some lasting memories traveling and sightseeing around the country, as well as their favorite weekend trip to Branson or camping at Roaring River. Joe died in 1986 and after some time off, Wilma delivered Meals on Wheels for 10 years. She enjoyed season tickets to the Fort Smith Symphony. Wilma was a very loving “Meemaw” to her 5 grandchildren. Her house was a fun place, especially with the various modes of child transportation that were waiting in the garage. In 1998 she was diagnosed with dementia. Wilma was preceded in death by her husband, Joe and her parents. She is survived by her son, Joe Bob Burton of Tulsa, OK; her daughter Diane & husband Gary Nishmuta of Van Buren, AR; her son Jeff Burton and wife Debbie of Edmond, OK; sister Phyllis and husband Vernon Roberts of Poteau, OK; and sister Dama and husband Ron Butler of Park Hill, OK. She has 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Services will be 2 pm, Monday, February 14, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK.. The family will be at the funeral home at 1 pm, Monday before the service to visit with relatives & friends. Please consider donations to Poteau’s Meals on Wheels program – Poteau Nutrition Center, 500 Tyman Park Dr., Poteau, OK.- or the Alzheimers Association.

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Marietta Covey

Marietta Covey, 71, of Wister, OK passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 in Wister, OK. Marietta was born August 4, 1939 in Tahlequah, OK to John & Jessie (Anthony) Comingdeer. She worked with KiBois as well as being a homemaker. Marietta was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Jr. & Tommy and sister, Uila (Westie); grandson, Stormy Ryburn. Survivors include her husband, Ed of the home; daughter & son in law, Kim & Ronnie Covey of Stigler, OK, Sean & Devin Covey of Monroe, OK; 3 grandchildren, McKenna Covey, Brooklyn Covey & Andruw Covey; 4 sisters, Uiva Tubbs of Muskogee, OK, Pat Stielow of Paradise, KS, Tanya Comingdeer and Sonya Comingdeer both of Tahlequah, OK; 4 brothers, Ron & Floyd Comingdeer both of Oklahoma City, OK, Tony Comingdeer of Tahlequah, OK & Gary Comingdeer of Orlando, FL; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 2 pm, Friday, February 11, 2011 at the First Church of the Nazarene in Wister, OK with Rev. PJ Atkinson and Rev. Jack Covey officiating. Interment will follow in Ellis Chapel Cemetery, Wister, OK. Pallbearers will be Adam DeHart, Eric DeHart, Ronnie Covey, Cory Yandell, Brad Farley, Gene Skelton, Doug Shipman & Ty Armstrong. The family will be at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6-8 to visit with relatives & friends.

Lisa Kay Arter

Lisa Kay Arter, 46, of Poteau, OK passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 in Tulsa, OK. Lisa was born in Montebello, CA on May 31, 1964 to Philip Ray & Linda Janette (Polcic) Arter. She was preceded in death by her mother. Survivors include her father, Philip Arter of Bokoshe, OK; sister & brother in law, Janet & Rick Powers of Bokoshe, OK; nephew, Allen Arter of Bokoshe, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 11 am, Saturday, February 12, 2011 Graveside at Old Cache Cemetery in Keota, OK. The family will be at the funeral home on Friday evening from 5-7 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Monday, February 7, 2011

Meredith A. Heavener

Meredith A. Heavener, 70, of Cameron, OK passed away Monday, February 7, 2011 in Cameron. Meredith was born in Liberty Hill, OK on January 9, 1941 to Jay H. & Cecil L. (Pierce) Branstetter. She was a secretary. Meredith was preceded in death by her father. Survivors include her husband, Arthur Heavener of the home; mother, Cecil L. Branstetter of Poteau, OK; sister, Sherry Branstetter of Poteau, OK; 1 stepson & daughter in law, Tommy & Lisa Heavener of The Colony, TX; 2 step daughters & son in law, Christie & James Miles of Gunbarrell, TX, Jackie Sue Heavener of The Colony, TX; 6 grandsons, 3 great grandsons, 1 great granddaughter; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Wednesday, February 9, 2011 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Slatonville Cemetery, Slatonville, OK. Pallbearers will be Wesley Pickle, David Pickle, Danny Taylor, Roger Goforth, Mark Branstetter & James Williams.

Larry Ecord

Larry Ecord, 68 of Talihina, OK passed away Friday, February 4, 2011 in Poteau, OK. Larry was born in Ottawa, KS on September 30, 1952 to Kenneth & Madilyn (Matthews) Ecord. He was a truck driver. Services are pending.

Donna Sue Taylor

Donna Sue Taylor, 56 of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2011 in Poteau. Donna was born in Werksberg, Germany on July 15, 1954 to Lloyd C. & Bobbie (Harrison) Nelson. She was a homemaker. Donna was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Walter Nelson. Survivors include her husband, Oliver Taylor of the home; 3 sons, Stephen Oliver Taylor of Poteau, OK, Travis Taylor of Miller, MO, and Heath Taylor of Poteau, OK; 9 grandchildren, Tiffany Taylor, Samantha Taylor, Emily Taylor, Lacey Taylor, Lane Taylor, BreeAnn Taylor, Jessie Taylor, Alyssa Taylor, Jarrett Winton Jimmy Taylor; 1 great grandchild, Kristen Morgan; sister, Sherry Newcomb of DeLeon Springs, FL; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Private services will be held.

Iona C. Morse

Iona C. Morse, 87, of Wister, OK passed away in her home, after a short battle with cancer, Friday, January 28, 2011 in Wister. Mrs. Morse was born April 11, 1933 in Alberta, Canada to John & Irene (Gray) Lewis. She was married to Thomas C. Morse October 28, 1939 in Kentucky. She was preceded in death by her husband; an infant son, Tommy Jr., her parents; sisters, Opal Clyde, Vera Young, Stella Kallas; Ester Morse, Blanch Lewis & 2 brothers, Joy Lewis & Teddy Lewis. Survivors include her daughters, Leona Sherry of Wister, OK, Beverly Carrier of California & Mary Biggs of Oregon; one son, Ernest Morse of Pennsylvania; 12 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. There will be a private family service.