Leo Dempsey Sulivant, 79, of Poteau, Oklahoma,
passed away peacefully Friday, December 6, 2013.
A lifelong resident of Oklahoma, Leo was born November 11, 1934, in
Latham, to the late Erastus N. and Beulah Faye (Cagle) Sulivant. Leo
enjoyed a rewarding career driving trucks for the US Postal Service. He
was a proud veteran having served in the US NAVY during the Korean War. He
was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Wayne Conway.
Leo was a beloved member of the community and is survived by
his loving wife, Brenda; daughters and son-in-law, Sandy and Glenn Thompson of
Poteau, OK; Gayla Hall and fiancé Jesus "Chuy" Sanchez; sons and
daughters-in-law, Michael and Beatriz Sulivant of Sand Springs, OK; Fred and
Lori Harper of Valrico, FL; Rob and Raleah Harper of Lawton, Ok; mother of his
children, Erma Sulivant of Poteau, OK; brother and sister-in-law, Charles and
Mary Sulivant of McComb, OK; sister, Erma Faye Conway of Moore, OK; seven
grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and many cherished relatives, loved ones, and
innumerable dear friends.
Leo had a long fulfilling life in which he
enjoyed fishing, gardening, and spending time with friends and family. He
will be greatly missed.
Services will be held at Evans Chapel of Memories at 10am,
Thursday, December 12, 2013, in Poteau,
OK. Rev. Jim Cook will be
officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery,
Poteau, Ok. Pallbearers will be Dustin Reece, Frank DeHart, Jim Schrodt,
Bob Lindstrom and Paul Stottsberry.
Gayla, Mike, Sandy, Erma and family..
ReplyDeleteSo sorry for your loss. May God's love and your memories comfort your family at this saddest of times. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Mike, Sandy, and Gayla~
ReplyDeleteI was saddened to learn of Uncle Leo's passing. I have very fond memories of him, especially as a child. I will always treasure the bond we shared.
May you all be comforted in your special memories of him as well. God blessings.
Love,
Paula Kay and Family
So sorry for your loss.
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