Charles Griffith

Charles Edward Griffith, 79, of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2013 in Fort Smith, AR.  Charles was born February 17, 1934 in  Gilmore, OK to William E. & Desie (Brown) Griffith.  He was a mechanic at McDonald Smedley Chevrolet.  Charles was preceded in death by his parents; 1 son, Ronald; 3 brothers, David Griffith,  Bill Griffith Jr., and Cotton Green; 4 sisters, Nell Davis, Thelma Samanowitz., Rhina Billy, & Betty Ward.

Survivors include his wife, Thelma of the home; son, Michael & wife Julia of Poteau, OK; 3 grandchildren, Kim, Nathan, & Jessica; 7 great grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends.

Services will be 2 pm, Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating.  Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK.