Bob Everet Roberts

Bob Everet Roberts, 67, of Poteau, OK passed away Monday, May 28, 2012 in Poteau. Bob was born in Cameron, OK on February 5, 1945 to Willie & Madge Vera (Godwin) Roberts. He was a veteran of the US Army. Bob was a carpenter. Survivors include his wife, Barbara of the home; daughter, Audra Lyn Roberts Snow of Rexburg, ID; son, Dwayne Everet Roberts of Holdenville, OK; 3 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; sisters, Nitta Greenhall of CA, Ruthie Mieke of Hackett, AR, Judy Hale of Monroe, OK; brothers, James Roberts of OK, Delbert Roberts of Monroe, OK, Melvin Roberts of Van Buren, AR, Leroy Roberts of Muse, OK, John Roberts of TX, David Roberts of TX, Virgil Lankford of Monroe, OK; step-daughter, Valerie Ferris of Monroe, OK; step-sons, Howard Gerald Thayer of Monroe, OK, Micheal Lee Thayer of KS. Memorial services will be 1 pm, Monday, June 4, 2012 at the Monroe Cemetery Pavilion in Monroe, OK. Interment will follow in Monroe Cemetery. There will be a viewing at the funeral home on Friday evening from 6-8 pm.

Rowene M. Spears

Rowene Myrtle Spears, 95, of Bokoshe, OK passed away Monday, May 28, 2012 in Bokoshe. Rowene was born March 9, 1917 in Santa Maria, CA to Chris H. & Mamie (Launders) Kortner. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Christian Church in Santa Maria, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wilbur Spears; sister, Betty Shelburne; daughter, Barbara Moorehead; grandsons, Darrell & Joseph; great great grandson, Jacob. Survivors include her daughter, Carol Lovell of Bokoshe, OK; grandchildren, Rose & Wes Young of Pocola, OK, James Lovell of Bokoshe, OK, Dennis & Melissa Lovell of Bokoshe, OK; 11 great grandchildren; 8 great great grandchildren; brother, Chris H. Kortner of Burbank, CA; other relatives and loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Friday, June 1, 2012 in Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will be in California. The family will be at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives and friends.

Dr. Shawn Kersh

Dr. Shawn Kersh, 41, of Inverness, Fla., died at his home Friday, May 25, 2012. Shawn was born Jan. 19, 1971, in Fort Smith, Ark., the son of Jim and Diana Kersh. Shawn was a graduate of the 1989 Class Poteau High School He was a graduate of Oklahoma State University Medical School. Dr. Kersh moved to Inverness in 2002 from St. Petersburg, Fla., and became a partner at Inverness Family Care. He also served as a physician for Citrus County School Systems with Citrus County Health and Wellness Center for the past two years. Shawn was a coach for the Inverness Storm Football Team. He also coached youth basketball, baseball and soccer. His commitment as a father and husband have been humbling to all those who have known him, and he impacted the lives of many and will never be forgotten. Shawn was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Lorene Kersh & Dovie Midgley Survivors include his wife, Karin Kersh; children, Jordan, Camrin and Brycen Kersh; his parents, Jim and Diana Kersh, of Shady Point, Okla.; sister, Jennifer Renteria, of Shady Point, OK, brother, Dr.Kevin Kersh and his wife Dr. Nyomi Galow Kersh, of Ames, Iowa; father in law & mother in law, Dick & Sharon Wells of Poteau; grandfather, Allen Kersh; brothers-in-law, Rick Wells and his wife, Julie, of Poteau, Okla., and Dr.Gary Wells and his wife, Traci, of Norman, Okla.; nieces and nephews, Alixandra, Trey and Spencer Wells, of Poteau, Okla., Jace and Jaylind Renteria, of Shady Point, Okla., and Emma and Ean Wells of Norman, Okla.; extended family; and many loving friends. Funeral services for Dr. Kersh were May 29, 2012, at Corner Stone Baptist Church in Inverness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kersh Children Educational Trust by contacting Rocky Hensley at Center State Bank, 352-860-0204. Sign guest book at www.chronicleonline.com or here Memorial services will be held 2 pm, Saturday, June 9, 2012 in Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau,OK.

Herbert Oscar Upchurch Jr.

Herbert Oscar Upchurch Jr., 61 of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, May 25, 2012 in Poteau. Herbert was born February 23, 1951 in Fort Smith, AR to Herbert Sr. & Maudie (Blair) Upchurch. Herbert served in the National Guard and was a farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Jimmy & Doyle. Survivors include his sisters, Barbara Kendall of Eufaula, OK, Niela Upchurch of Pocola, OK, Louise Pierce of Antlers, OK, Loretta Price of Poteau, OK; brothers, Alfred Upchurch of Heavener, OK, Thomas Upchurch of Rock Island, OK, John Upchurch of Eufaula, OK; numerous nieces, nephews other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Wednesday, May 30, 2012 graveside, Fairview Cemetery, Panama, OK with Rev. Eddie Blankenship officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be Tex Williamson, Mike Hand, Tommy Upchurch, Elmer Tankersley, Raymond Tankersley, Chaz Ward, Jim Bollinger, Steven Jones.

Bonnie Sue Green

Bonnie Sue Green, 98, of Panama, OK passed away Friday, May 25, 2012 in Pocola. Bonnie was born June 8, 1913 in Calhoun, OK to Robert Lee & Mattie (Irvin) Cheely. She was a housewife. Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; husband Norman Green on March 20, 1984(former Mayor of Panama, OK); sisters, Pearlie Brock and Myrtle Jordan; brother & sister in law, James Dewey & Lucille Cheely. Survivors include her daughters & sons in law, Vivian & Robert Stankewitz of Panama, OK, Verna Lee & Robert Morgan of Chino, CA; 8 Grandchildren, Vickie Ignaut of Rocklin, CA, Susan Snapp of Chino, CA, Randy Morgan of Delanto, CA, Virginia Porter of Upland, CA, Landis & Carol Stankewitz of Panama, OK, Tanya Summer of Greenwood, AR, Anthony Stankewitz of Panama, OK, Shay & Jerry Stankewitz of Poteau, OK; 17 great grandchildren; sister, Ruby Baxter of Shady Point, OK; nephews, Gary Don Baxter of Monroe, OK, Warner Lee Baxter of Poteau, OK; niece, Euphia Gaye Beck of Shady Point, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am. Wednesday, Nay 30, 2012 at the Panama Assembly of God Church with Rev. Brian Smith officiating. Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery.

Claudine Lela Goss

Claudine Lela Goss, 90, of Poteau, OK passed away Thursday, May 24, 2012 in Poteau. Claudine was born December 23, 1921 in Fanshawe, OK to Jason C. & Berdie (Rose) Holderfield. She was a homemaker. Claudine loved to read the Bible; she was very knowledgeable about the Old Testament. She taught the Bible to hundreds over the years. She loved Jesus, her Savior. Claudine was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Albert Goss, grandson, Gregory Goss, Two brothers & three sisters. Survivors include her daughters, Shirley Soto and spouse John of Wister, OK, Darlene Scroggins and spouse Les of Poteau, OK; son, Herbert Goss Sr. of Rocklin, CA; 8 grandchildren, Melvin Vesely JR. and spouse Eva of Grass Valley, CA, Brenda Labat of San Leandro, CA, Sharon Schaar of Castro Valley, CA, Herbert Goss Jr. of Livermore, CA, Angela Brown of Poteau, OK, Aaron Scroggins and spouse Tambra of Poteau, OK, Ashley Scroggins of Tahlequah, OK, Allen Scroggins of Poteau, OK; 22 Great Grandchildren, 17 Great Great Grandchildren., other relatives & loved ones, many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Saturday, May 26, 2012 at Sugarloaf Christian Fellowship in Monroe, OK with Rev. Les Scroggins & Rev. Shirley Soto officiating. Interment will follow in Monroe Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Aaron Scroggins, Allen Scroggins, Gary Williams, Don Newby, Robert Newby & Jim Wann. Honorary pallbearers will be Ron Robertson and Rob Hambrick. The family will be at the funeral home on Friday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Zaven Lynn Dmitri Johnson

Zaven Lynn Dmitri Johnson, infant son of Brandon & Samantha Jo Johnson passed away Monday May 21, 2012 in Fort Smith, AR Zaven was preceded in death by his great grandparents, Opal & Durrel Morgan, James & Myrtis Hammond, Joann Johnson and Howard McCollom. Survivors include his parents, Brandon & Samantha Jo Johnson of Wister, OK; grandparents, Howard & Barbara McCollom of Wister, OK, Larry & Debbie Rhodes of Ft. Smith, AR, Sterling Johnson of Cedarville, AR; great grandparents, Margaret McCollom of Bokoshe, OK, Linda Harmon of Lake Charles, LA, Jerry Johnson of Cedarville, AR; Cousins, Kaydence & Zylie Thornburg, Levi, Kasydi & Serenity Johnson; uncles, Price Johnson of Cedarville, AR, Jonathan Adkins of Ft. Smith, AR, Robert Rhodes of Alma, AR; Aunt Amanda McCollom of Wister, OK, Ali Rhodes of Ft. Smith, AR; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 1 pm, Friday, May 25, 2012 graveside at Ellis Chapel Cemetery, Wister, OK with Pastor Rocky Moorhead officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be Price Johnson, Jonathan Adkins and Robert Rhodes.

Jason Edward Laxson

Jason Edward Laxson, 31, of Ft. Smith, AR passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2012 in Ft. Smith. Jason was born June 30, 1980 in West Helena, AR to Ruben Wylie & Neddie Ruth (Smith) Laxson. Jason was a galvanizer for Beckert Steel in Van Buren, AR. He loved his family so much. He was a loving father, son, & husband. He loved to hunt and fish. Jason worked hard, played hard and loved hard. Survivors include his wife, Shannon of the home; sons, Hunter and Angler Laxson of the home; parents,, Ruben & Sue Laxson of Pocola, OK; 2 brothers, Jeff Smith and Greg Laxson of Pocola, OK, 1 sister, Michelle Vaughn of Pocola, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, other relatives & friends. Services will be 10 am, Saturday, May 26, 2012 at Trinity Baptist Church in Pocola, OK with Rev. Paul Walker officiating. The family will be at the funeral home, Pocola, on Friday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with friends and relatives.

Lucille Eunice Midgley

Lucille E. Midgley, 86, of Poteau, OK went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 in Poteau. Lucille was born March 7, 1926 in Stuart, OK to James & Pauline (Carpenter) Casey. She was a homemaker. Lucille was a member of the Church of God 7th Day in Wister, OK. She was a woman of God. Lucille was married to Harrell Midgley on October 4, 1945 in Stockton, CA; his devoted wife for 66 years. She was a licensed back seat driver. Lucille was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Lucille was preceded in death by her brothers, Garland, Tom, James & Fred Casey. Survivors include her husband, Harrell of the home; sons & daughters in law, Scotty Midgley, Vernon & Ruby Midgley of Poteau, Marshall & Charlotte Midgley of Stockton, CA; grandchildren, Vernon & Kathleen Midgley, Tonya & Kenneth Parks, Marcy & Jason Head, Lorie & Steve Rutledge, Matt & Lisa Sanders, Kenny & Olivia Midgley, Mitch & Sondra Sampson, Tasha & Kyle Callahan, Kristin & Kyle Maslakow; 22 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Midgley of Wister, OK; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Saturday, May 26, 2012 at Wister Church of God 7th Day with Rev. Lamar Ford & Rev. Jack Covey officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers will be Fred, Kenny, Vernon Jr., Leon, George, Lance, Vernon, Scotty, Marshall & Cliff Midgley. The family will be at the funeral home on Friday from 4-6 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Eugene A. "Gene" Logan

Eugene Allen Logan, 85 of Shady Point, OK passed away Monday, May 21, 2012 in Poteau. Gene was born January 10, 1927 in Wetumka, OK to Kerb L. & Camie (Holton) Logan. Gene worked for Poteau food in the early part of his life and then was the owner of Gene’s Food Market in Poteau during the 60’s and early 70’s. He worked for Holton’s Supermarket and retired. Gene was a veteran of the US Air Force. He loved to go to rodeos and calf roping and fish in his spare time. His biggest enjoyment was to grow a big garden to give vegetables to his friends He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 sisters, Lavada Sharp, Flora Brown & Ollie Fay Hughes; 2 brothers, Lloyd Logan & Frank Logan; and son in law, Derrail Roland. Survivors include his wife, Billie Jean Logan of the home; son & daughter in law, Jerry & Peggy Logan of Keota, OK; daughter, Sue Roland of Shady Point, OK; grandsons Jerry Don Logan, Jeff Logan and wife Amanda, all of Keota, OK, Derrail Roland & wife Mindy of Shady Point, OK; 3 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Wednesday, May 23, 2012 graveside at Shady Point Cemetery with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Shady Point Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jerry Don Logan, Jeff Logan, Derrail Roland, Jerry Lee Logan & Kirby Logan. The family will be at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 5-7 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Renner Maxine Pierce

Renner Maxine Pierce, 88, of Panama, OK passed away Friday, May 18, 2012 in Fort Smith, AR. Renner was born October 3, 1923 in Williams, OK to Willey & Tempy (Garrett) Harris. She was a homemaker. Renner attended the Assembly of God Church in Panama. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leonard Perce; son, Bruce Ford; daughter, Stella Wright; 4 siblings. Survivors include son & daughter in law, Felix E. & Penny Ford of Cameron, OK; 4 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; brothers, Dooley & Doris Harris of Sallisaw, Jack & Jean Harris, Buddy & Connie Harris of Panama, OK; sister, Mary Brassfield of Spiro, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Monday, May 21, 2012 graveside at New Hope Cemetery, Spiro, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow.

Paige Breanne Underwood

Paige Breanne Underwood, 16, of Shady Point, OK passed away Thursday, May 17, 2012 in Calhoun, OK as a result of an auto accident. Paige was born October 3, 1995 in Tupelo, MS to Jerry Jr. & Melissa K. (Bradley) Underwood. She was a student at Poteau High School; a National Honor Society Student, Secretary of the FFA, on the varsity Soccer Team. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmothers, Brenda Underwood and Harriett June Holcomb. Survivors include her parents, Melissa & Kevin Holcomb of Shady Point, OK, Jerry Underwood Jr. of Mantachie, MS; sisters, Ashley Guin & fiancé, Bret Newman of Spiro, OK, Harlee Underwood of Mantachie, MS; maternal grandparents, David & Dianne Reese of Fulton, MS, H.C. & Betty Bradley of Marietta, MS; paternal grandfather, Jerry Underwood Sr. of Mantachie, MS, Cecil & Vera Holcomb of Talihina, OK; paternal great grandmother, Flora King of Talihina, OK; niece, Emma Kathryn Newman of Spiro, OK; numerous aunts, uncles, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Sunday, May 20, 2012 at Bob Lee Kidd Civic Center, Poteau, OK. The family will be at the funeral home on Saturday from 5-8 pm to visit with relatives & friends. A scholarship fund in Paige’s name will be established at Arvest Bank.

Lula Mae Myers

Lula Mae Myers, 94, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, May 18, 2012 in Poteau. Lula was born July 31, 1917 to Clarence & Nellie (Pate) Shrum in Hartford, AR. She was preceded in death by her husband, Neal Myers; son, Jackie Neal Myers, and grandson, Ricky Neal Myers; her parents three brothers & 1 sister. Lula was an elementary teacher for 30 years, pianist, teacher and VBS Director at church, a member of the Poteau Church of the Nazarene. She was an active participant of Compassionate Ministries through music at the Oaks Healthcare Center. As long as she was able, she enjoyed writing articles and sharing them in the Poteau Daily News and Sun. Survivors include her daughter Frances Boevers and husband John; 4 granddaughters & 1 grandson, Debra Myers Gentry and husband, Matt, Melissa Myers Ward & husband, Ron, Stephanie Myers Free & husband Johnny, Ginger Boevers and Nicholas Boevers. She is also survived by 8 great grandchildren, Ryan, Morgan and Rece Ward, Tyler Westerfield, Brittany, Chasity & J.P. Free, Crystal Boevers, Chance Hailey and sister Irene Shrum. Services will be 1 pm, Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Oakland Cemetery Pavilion, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Pallbearers will be Ryan Ward, Nicholas Boevers, Tyler Westerfield, Ron Ward, Johnny Free, and John Boevers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gideons, Int’l. As Lula said, “Flowers pass away but God’s word never passes away.”

Shane Derrick "Doc" Owens

Shane Derrick “Doc” Owens, 30, formerly of Shady Point, OK died Thursday, May 10, 2012 in Orlando, FL. Shane was born December 3, 1981 in Hyden, KY. He was a Paramedic in Orlando, FL, an Iraq war veteran and a Medic in the US Army Reserves. He is survived by his parents, Brenda Shelton of Shady Point, OK and Ronnie Owens of Burning Springs, KY; sister & brothers, Brittany Owens & family, Heath Owens all of Poteau, OK, Christopher Owens & family of Red Oak, OK; an honorary brother, Stewart Eubanks and family of Orlando, FL; along with grandparents, Ronald and Doris Shelton of Shady Point, OK and Abbie Owens Brumley and Walter Brumley of Manchester, KY; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and brothers and sisters in both the Army and EMS with whom he served. Services will be 1 pm, Monday, May 21, 2012 graveside at the Fort Smith National Cemetery, Fort Smith, AR with Rev. Steve Hughes officiating. Pallbearers will be Stewart Eubanks, Chris Owens, Heath Owens and Randall Shelton. The family will be at the funeral home on Sunday afternoon from 2-4 pm to visit with relatives & friends.

Marvin Tankersley

Marvin O. Tankersley Jr., 83, of Pocola, OK passed away Monday, May 14, 2012 in Fort Smith, AR. Marvin was born March 29, 1929 in Cameron, OK to M.O. & Jennie (Maple) Tankersley. He was an electrician. Marvin was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; his parents; brothers, Ray, Owren, Alfred & Bud. He was a retired Navy Chief. He also retired from Chrysler-Dalmer Corp. Survivors include his daughter & son in law, Trish & Scott Smith of Bear, Delaware; sisters, Joyce Minks & Jerry Ward of Pocola, OK; brothers, Wayne Tankersley of Pocola, OK, Paul & Roy Tankersley of Cameron, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The family will have visitation only from 6-8 pm, Thursday evening, May 17, 2012 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Pocola, OK.

Elton Edward Thompson

Elton Edward Thompson, 86, of Poteau, OK passed away Saturday, May 12, 2012 in Poteau. Elton was born August 29, 1925 in Harmony, OK to Lucian & Minnie (Fouts) Thompson. He was preceded in death by his parents,and son, Larry Thompson; his sister & brothers. Elton was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He served in WWII in the South Pacific on Okinawa & Peleliu Island; in action in defense of New Guinea; Cape Gloucester, New Britain; occupation of China. Elton graduated from Wister High School; did his undergraduate work at OSU and received his law degree from the University of Arkansas in 1951. He practiced law in LeFlore County for 61 years.Elton was an avid gardener. He always insisted that birthdays must be celebrated with cake and ice cream. Survivors include his wife Dorene; sons & daughters in law, Glenn E. & Sandy Thompson of Poteau, OK, Wesley & Candace Thompson of Sapulpa, OK; former daughter in law, Frances Thompson; 6 grandchildren, Cheryl Arnall, Brian Thompson, Randie Thompson, Kelli Thompson, Candace Thompson, Leslie Mariah Thompson; 10 great grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Thursday, May 17, 2012 at the Oakland Cemetery Pavilion, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow.

Anna Mae Smedley

Anna Mae Smedley, 48, of Howe, OK passed away Saturday, May 12, 2012 in Tulsa, OK. Anna was born July 25, 1963 in Glendale, AZ to James & Emma (Caskey) Maxie. She as preceded in death by her parents; 2 sisters & 1 brother. Survivors include her daughters & sons in law, Tammy & Joe Attaway of Victoria, TX, Sarah & Scott Martin of Poteau, OK, Shannon Smedley & Matt Jamison of Long, OK; grandson, Taylor Attaway; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Memorial services will be 11 am, Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating.

Ona Ilean Holstead

Ona Ilean Holstead, 93, of Shady Point, OK passed away Wednesday, May 09, 2012 in Pocola, OK. Ona was born May 20, 1918 in Booneville, AR to Hubert & Effie (Reed) Beshears. She was a homemaker and a member of the Assembly of God Church. Ona was preceded in death by her husband, Othor Holstead; her parents; daughter, Anna Lee Holstead; 7 sisters, Addie Anderson, Delphia Russell, Ollie Aaron, Ola Hlebakas, Elsia Festa, Willie Mae Ortez, Jessie McConnell & 1 brother, Homer Holstead. Survivors include her son, Louis William Holstead of Ft. Smith, AR; grandson, Louis II & Mindy Holstead of Hastings, OK; great grandchildren, Hailey & Hunter Holstead; numerous nieces, nephews; other relatives, loved ones, & beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Saturday, May 12, 2012 at Shady Point Assembly of God Church, Shady Point, OK with Rev. Joe Owens officiating. Interment will follow in Shady Point Cemetery.

Ray "Pop" Albertson

Raymond “Pop” Albertson Jr., 68, of Pocola, OK passed away Sunday, May 6, 2012 in his home. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond Sr. & Cora Albertson. He was a mechanic. Raymond was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. Raymond enjoyed racing at Tri-State Speedway and he especially enjoyed watching his sons race. Raymond was a man who cared deeply for family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Theresa of the home; sons, Bobby Albertson & family of Murry Spur, OK, Raymond Albertson III and family of Pocola, OK; daughters, Mary Bradley of Hugo, OK, Teresa Griffin and Missy Malone of Paris, TX; brothers, Bill Albertson of Texas and David Albertson & family of Pocola; sisters, Mary Boykin of Soper, OK, Helen Davenport, Betty Risley & Gayle Kannady of Pocola, Beverly Wagner of Charleston, AR; 11 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; many nephews and nieces; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Raymond was a bright light that will burn in our hearts forever. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Jimmy Don Scroggins

Jimmy Don Scroggins, 66, of Shady Point OK passed away Saturday, May 5, 2012 at his home in Shady Point. Jimmy was born November 7, 1945 in Oxnard, CA to Roy H & Ida Mae (Brookover) Scroggins. He was a heavy equipment operator. Jimmy was a Poteau High School graduate. He was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; son, James Scroggins & granddaughter, Summer VanMeter. He and Janice Monks were married January 8, 1965. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Janice of the home; daughters & sons in law, Mary & Leon Laymon of Shady Point, OK, Cathy Scroggins of Collinsville, OK, Linda & Jamey Arnett of Albion, OK; son & daughter in law, Roy & Dawn Scroggins of Shady Point, OK; 7 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; 5 sisters, Janet Fox of Panama, OK, Melba Hall of Poteau, OK, Francis Harber of Eufaula, OK, Jean Alice Robertson of Oklahoma City, OK, Nancy Mayberry of Dallas, TX; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Memorial Services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at the Calhoun Baptist Church , Calhoun, OK with Rev. Steve Hughes & Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will be in Shady Point Cemetery.

Burl Damon Andrews

Burl Damon Andrews, 90, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, May 4, 2012 in Talihina, OK. Burl was born December 27, 1921 in Booneville, AR to Charles Monroe and Pearl (Porter) Andrews. Burl was a veteran of the US Navy. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Poteau. Burl owned and operated Swiss Cleaners for some 40 years. He was a past member of Poteau Kiwanis Club & Poteau Rotary Club. He received the Paul Harris Fellowship Award. Burl coached American Legion Baseball winning the State Championship in 1967. He was preceded in death by his parents & beloved wife Lavonne in June 2000. Survivors include his daughter & son in law, Carol & Donald Allen of Tulsa, OK; son & daughter in law, Rick & Carolyn Andrews of Poteau, OK; 5 grandchildren, Jerry Don Allen, Kristin Andrews Harrison, Angela Buckner, Tracy Andrews Payton, Charlie Andrews; 8 great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Frances Carmen of McAlester, OK, Sandra Palmer of Greenwood, AR. Services will be 2 pm, Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at the First Baptist Church in Poteau with Rev. Phil McGehee and Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau. Pallbearers will be Bob Free, Ronnie Riggs, David Robertson, Gary Furr, Kelly Hughes, & Rick Couri.

Jesse Paul Ward

Jesse Paul Ward, 26, of Poteau, OK passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2012 in Poteau. Jesse was born February 16, 1986 in Edison, NJ to Terry & Beth (Faulks) Ward. Jesse was a stay-at-home dad. Jesse was preceded in death by his brother, John Ward.Jesse built a '86 Ram Charger 4X4. He like the outdoors, fishing and camping. He was the best dad in the world. Survivors include his wife, Brandy of the home; daughters, Ashley Rhayne and Riley Nicole; his father, Terry Ward of Poteau; mother, Beth Ann Howard & husband, Kenneth of Valliant, OK Sisters, Cheyenne Duncan and husband, Steven from Union, SC; Vanessa Ward-Frazier and Megan Ward of Broken Bow, OK; brother, Matthew Ward of Valliant, OK; aunt, Lisa Ward Balcombe of Breckenridge, CO and her son, Hunter; uncle, Jeff Ward of Shady Point, OK and his daughter, Kristen; niece, Jade Chesney of Broken Bow, OK; nephews, John Michael Martin & Dalton Ward of Broken Bow, OK; grandparents, Joe & Peggy Ward of Shady Point, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Monday, May 7, 2012 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. David Nolen officiating. Interment will follow at 2 pm in Holly Creek Cemetery near Broken Bow, OK.

Sheila D. English

Sheila Deann English, 42, of Poteau, OK passed away Sunday, April 29, 2012 in Poteau. Sheila was born January 20, 1970, in Healdton, OK to John Albert & Imogene (Tomlinson) Simon. Sheila was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Larry Clark & Anthony Clark. Survivors include her daughter, Adrianna Wilson of the home; brothers, Mike Clark, Wendell Clark & Kevin Clark all of Poteau; Gary Clark of McAlester, OK, Rickey Clark of Wilburton, OK; Johnny Simon of Harrison, AR; sister, Brenda White of Kentucky. Services are pending at this time.