Lester Thompson

    Lester Thompson, 83, of Poteau, OK passed away Saturday, November 17, 2012 in Poteau.  Lester was born in Poteau on April 9, 1929 to Bud Andrew & Pernie (Garrett) Thompson.  He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps.  Lester was a car salesman.  He was married to his beloved wife, Joyce for 57 years, 10 months & 17 days.  Lester was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Evelyn Miller, & Great Granddaughter, Sheila Fikes.

      Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Joyce of the home; 3 sons, Terry & wife Sandy Thompson of Holson Valley, OK, Todd Thompson and Tobey Thompson of Poteau, OK; 2 granddaughters, Kristi & husband Michael Fikes of El Reno, OK, Amber  of California; 1 grandson, Jordan Tyler Thompson of Ft. Smith, AR; 2 great granddaughters, Kalyn & Emma Fikes; 1 great grandson, Falon; 2 brothers & sisters in law, Chester & Jaylene Thompson of Broken Arrow, OK, Charley & Sandy Thompson of Alma, AR; 2 sisters & brothers in law, Billie & Ed Hunt of Broken Arrow, OK; Geraldine & Wayne Drake of Hamilton, MT; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends.

      Services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, November 20, 2012 at the Apostolic Pentecostal Church, Poteau, OK with Rev. Kevin Womack & Rev. Jim Cook officiating.  Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK.  Pallbearers will be Frankie Brown, Carl Lockhart, Joe Brinson & L.H. Brinson. Honorary pallbearers will be Charlie Cox, Rick Crane & Rocky Crane.