Carl Junior Call

 Graveside Service for Carl Junior Call, 84 of Bokoshe, Oklahoma will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma with Phyllis and Matt Stimac  officiating. Burial will follow at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

He was born on December 12, 1937 in Bokoshe, Oklahoma to Angelene (Martin) Call and Carl Daniel Call and passed away on October 14, 2022 in Bokoshe, Oklahoma.  He was married to Patsy Call on 05/26/1972 in Stigler, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter Marisa Farmer.

Survivors include: wife of 50 years Patsy (Drain) Call; children Carl Daniel Call and wife Brenda, James Call and wife Teresa, Judy Shimp and husband Tommy, Brenda Carpenter and husband Steven, Jimmy Baker, Carlus Call and Brandy Fox; 22 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren; sisters Carmel Cloud, and Velta Eatmon and host of friends and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Bobby Lotchleas, Donald Lotchleas, Brian Deaton, Michael Black, Jerry Lindsey and Charles Cooper. 

Honorary pallbearer Jody Shepard

The family will greet friends Monday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

Alberto Medina-Gonzalez

 Funeral Service for Alberto Medina-Gonzalez, 66 of Fort Smith, Arkansas will be at 10am on Monday, October 17, 2022 at First Baptist Church in Poteau, Oklahoma with Carlos Aguilar, , ,  officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

He was born on April 8, 1956 in Caltimacan, Hidalgo, Mexico to Cruz Gonzalez and Miguel Medina and passed away on October 13, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He was preceded in death by his parents Miguel Medina and Cruz Gonzalez, his wife Consuelo Medina. Today we honor the life of Alberto Medina. He was truly an amazing father and husband. he was a member of the First Baptist Church in Poteau, Oklahoma. He spent many years working in the oil field and at the Radium Cotton Gin in Hamlin, Texas. He dedicated his life to his family and grandchildren making sure they were supported and loved. He leaves behind four kids, and seven grandchildren. It's hard to imagine life without him, he will truly be missed. We will hold onto the memories we made forever.

Survivors include: daughters Maria Medina, Veronica Martinez and husband Nuco, Linda Cuevas and husband Mauricio; son Albert Medina and wife Erin; grandchildren Andrea Jimenez, Monica Martinez, Vanessa Cuevas, Chloe Cuevas, Emmaline Medina, Marisol Martinez, Ranulfo Martinez IV; sisters Dominga Medina, Juana Medina, Felipa Medina, Esperanza Medina, Hortencia Medina,Cenorina Medina; brother, Pablo Medina, and a host of other friends and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Nuco Martinez, Mauricio Cuevas, Albert Medina, Manuel Medina, Eduardo Tapia, and Juan Rojo.

Visitation will be  will be Sunday from 5-7pm. .  

Herschel Eugene "Gene" Christenberry

Funeral Service for Herschel Eugene "Gene" Christenberry, 83 of Cameron, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Victory Worship Center in Spiro, Oklahoma with Reverend Bryan Fouts officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

He was born on September 18, 1939 in Shady Point, Oklahoma to Blanche (Williams) Christenberry and Herschel Christenberry and passed away on October 12, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  Gene was married to Betty (Butler) Christenberry on April 23, 1960 in Poteau, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, LaFaye Qualls; brother, Carl Christenberry, and infant brother, Marvin Christenberry.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Betty Christenberry; children, Rossi Christenberry and wife Annette, Tina Adkins and husband Dennis; grandchildren, Ashley Bryan and husband Brandon, Brittany Herring and husband Tyler, Mitchell Adkins and wife Danielle, JohnRoss Christenberry and wife Kellie; great grandchildren, Will Bryan, Kimber Bryan, Allison Adkins, Mackenzie Christenberry, Tucker Christenberry, numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Visitation will be on Friday from 6-8pm.

Family Requests in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gideon Bibles.

Vonda Lorece Melton-Smith

Funeral Service for Vonda Lorece Melton-Smith, 86 of Tulsa, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Friday, October 14, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Floyd Collins officiating. Burial will follow at Vaughn Cemetery in Gilmore, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Vonda was born on August 26, 1936 in Wilburton, Oklahoma to Nina Alba (Childers) Melton and George Washington Melton and passed away on October 8, 2022 in Houston, Texas.  She was preceded in death by her parents; aunt, Emily Johnston; grandmother, Grace Melton; son, Walter Dewayne Durant; sisters, Lorene Barbee, and Lois Jenkins; brother, Bill Melton; great grandchildren, Amerie Kraft, and Dalen Lomax.

Survivors include: daughters, Donna Durant Macon and husband Robert, Sandra Berry and husband Roley, Cheryl Hayes and husband William; grandchildren, Donya Thomas, Kerry Chaffin, Dianna Waller, Cheryl Stowers, Eric Breedlove, Whitney Lomax, Heather Breedlove, Lori Gainer, Daniel Kemp, Robert Kemp; 29 great grandchildren; 8 great great grandchildren; sister, Lenora Thomason; brother, Leon Melton; numerous other relatives and loved ones.  

Pallbearers will be Eric Breedlove, Logan Breedlove, Darren Perry, Torrey Waller, Daniel Kemp, and Alexander Robinson.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Dillon Waller, Cody Waller, Corey Waller, and Kaden Wooldridge.

Viewing will be Thursday from 6-8pm.


 

Phyllis Breashears

Funeral Service for Phyllis Breashears, 86 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Phil McGehee, and Kendall Breashears officiating. Burial will follow at Vaughn Cemetery in Gilmore, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Phyllis was born on June 20, 1936 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Evelyn (Landrum) and James Woodson McMillin and passed away on October 8, 2022 in Pocola, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 54 years, Eddie Hearl "Red" Breashears II; daughter, Vickie Diane Darnell; son, Eddie Hearl Breashears III; great granddaughter, Kristen Lovell, great grandson, Kaden James Breashears.

Survivors include: son, Wayne Breashears and wife Mary Jo; daughter-in-law, JoAnn Breashears; son-in-law, Chris Darnell; grandchildren, Brandie  Lovell and husband Chris, Christie Gream and husband Kenny, Misty Miller and husband Nathan, Paula McCullough and husband Casey, Taylor Jo Breashears Hasley and husband Joshua, Thomas Moon and wife Angel, Kendall Breashears and wife Tiffany, Clayton Morgan and wife Tracy, Danny Wayne Breashears and wife Sara; 19 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; sister, Louise Brown; 3 sister-in-laws, Mae Morton, Frankie Breashears, and Maggie Breashears; numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Nephews, and  Grandsons.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8pm.

 

Ruth Ann Ellis

Funeral Service for Ruth Ann Ellis, 75 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Reverend Jim Cook  officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

She was born on January 11, 1947 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Velma Nadine Kramer and Alton Ray Billings and passed away on October 9, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  Ruth Ann was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her sons, Ray Don Ellis, and Matthew Dale Ellis; Grand daughter, Emilia Jane Ellis.

Joe Escobar Soriano

Funeral Service for Joe Escobar Soriano, 81 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10:00 AM on Saturday, October 15, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories  in Poteau, Oklahoma with Reverend Jim Cook  officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Joe Soriano, 81, of Poteau, Oklahoma, passed away Friday, October 7, 2022. He was born on August 10, 1941, in Austin, Texas to Concha (Escobar) Soriano and Jose' Soriano. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Mary Luz Soriano; two daughters, Andrea and Yvonne Soriano; and his sister, Amelia Soriano Aredondo.

He was a hard worker and previously retired from the City of Poteau – Street Department. He also did upholstery work in his garage - Airport Auto Trim. He enjoyed watching football and was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He brought family and friends together by smoking brisket with all the fixings and inviting everyone over to his and grandma’s home. This home was a haven of peace, and the door was always open for many of us through the years when we needed a place to stay.

Survivors include his children: Linda McCroskey of Tulsa, Oklahoma; Diana Bull of Sallisaw; Josie Moore of Cameron; and Joe Soriano III of Poteau; grandchildren: Michael McCroskey of Poteau, Leslie McCroskey of Tulsa, Angie Lambert of Poteau, Christina Rivas of Atoka, Amy Brown Manus of Sallisaw, Matthew Moore and Jonathan Moore of Cameron, Ashley Smith of Poteau, Guiliano and Angelo Soriano of Nixa, Missouri; Lexi and Cruz Soriano; brothers Auggie and Daniel Soriano of Austin, Texas; Sister Carrie Sanchez of Austin, Texas; numerous great grandchildren, other relatives, loved ones, and friends.

Visitation – Friday evening from 6-8 pm.


Pallbearers: Michael McCroskey, Matthew & Jonathan Moore, Guliano & Angelo Soriano, Cruz Soriano.
 

Paul (Butch) Boyd

Visitation for Paul (Butch) Boyd, 77 of Panama, Oklahoma will be at 5-8pm on Monday, October 10, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Paul  was born on March 31, 1945 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Faye (Boyd) Worley and Bethel Bates and passed away on October 4, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He  was preceded in death by his parents;  maternal grandparents, Oscar and Winnie Boyd; paternal grandparents, John and Ella Bates. Paul enjoyed fishing, eating, watching westerns, and football.  Spending time with his grandchildren, and watching them play sports. He was a member at  First Assembly of Panama. He was always helping others in need, he loved his animals.

Survivors include: wife, Marslene Shelton; daughters, Rhonda Jones, Rebecka (Roger) Gardenhire,Tessila Cagle, Deshana Ludlow; sisters, Rachel Taapken (Bates), Estella Tayrien (Bates); brother, Bethel (Buzzy) Bates; 12 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

Betty Faye Ryburn

Funeral Service for Betty Faye Ryburn, 83 of  Howe, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at  Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Mae Morton officiating. Burial will follow at Howe Cemetery in Howe, Oklahoma under the direction of  Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Betty was born on January 23, 1939 in Heavener, Oklahoma to Lear Morton and Jess Franklin Morton and peacefully passed away at home on October 1, 2022 in Howe, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Bill Callahan, and Don White; infant daughter, Billie Jane Callahan; son, Robin Callahan, daughter-in-law, Rella Callahan; sisters, Ruby Benson, and Retha Moore; baby brother, Joril Morton. Betty loved being surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed attending ball games, going to the casino, yard selling, listening to Jimmy Swaggart and Daniel O'Donnell.

Survivors include: daughters, Teresa Martin and Bill, Sheila Smith and Johnny, Missy Drake and Charles, JoAnna Goad, Casandra White, Angie Johnson and Rodney,  son, Alan Callahan and  Crystal; daughter-in-law, Kelly Callahan; sister-in-law Mae Morton; grandchildren, Shane Brown, Jamie Johnston, Jonna Robinson, Jennifer Higgins, Casey Smittle, Jess Callahan, Zac Easley, Kyle Callahan, Dakota Callahan, Waylon Smith, Jeffrey Smith, Hayley Drake, Cody Fox, Nichole Fox, Aaron Goad, Lynsey Pearce, Whitney Carter, and Hunter Johnson; 49 great grandchildren; 14 great great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  

Edith Irene Urchison

Funeral Service for Edith Irene Urchison, 88 of Gravette, Arkansas will be at 2pm on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Monroe Cemetery in Monroe, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Edith was born on December 28, 1933 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Irene (Bowden) Sanders and George, Sanders and passed away on September 30, 2022 in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her Parents; Husband, George Urchison, Sr.; Daughter, Carol Harris; Grandson, Mike Eber; Step-Grandson, Larry Harris; great great grandchild, Spenser Taylor; great great grandchild, Briar Benefield; 5 Brothers and sisters.

Survivors include: Son, George Urchison and Carolyn Morris; Daughter, Julie Down and David; Step-son, Tracy Urchison; Grandchildren Lesa Monks and Al, Melisa Bunner and Chris, Brittany Knight and Tony, Clent Benefield, Meredith Bramel and Matt, Bryan Harris and Vanessa, Luke Hamilton, Jonathan Down and Jen, Brandy Harris, Robert  Harris; 22 Great Grandchildren;  6 Great Great Grandchildren; Brother John Sanders; Sister Sue Childress.

Pallbearers will be Coady Francis, Jacob Bunner, Clent Benefield, Matt Bramel, Noah Bramel, and Luke Hamilton.

Visitation will be Wednesday from 6pm-8pm.

 

Lola Margaret Payne

Memorial Service for Lola Margaret Payne, 85 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Friday, October 7, 2022 at  Church of Christ in Poteau, Oklahoma with Don Cherry officiating. Join us in celebration of her life.

Lola was born on December 12, 1936 in Parsons, Kansas to Opal Wood and Ivan Lawrence and passed away on September 28, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her husband, William D. Payne; and brother, David Lawrence. Lola was a member of Tops, the Lions Club, and Poteau Church of Christ.

Survivors include: daughter, Frances M. Payne Crouch and husband Chris of Howe, Oklahoma; 1 sister; Ruth Lawrence of Maryland; 3 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

Sandra Kay Thompson

Funeral Service for Sandra Kay Thompson, 52 of Wister, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Monday, October 3, 2022 at The Pentecostal Church  in Poteau, Oklahoma with Brother Jeff Jensen officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

She was born on November 28, 1969 in Talihina, Oklahoma to Barbara (Lucas) Montgomery and Harrell Montgomery and passed away on September 27, 2022 in Wister, Oklahoma.  She was married to Terry Thompson on August 9, 1992 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Jim Montgomery; father-in-law, Lester Thompson; and brother-in-law, Tobey Thompson.

Survivors include: husband, Terry Thompson; stepdaughter, Kristi Thompson; granddaughter, Kalyn Edwards; great granddaughter, Raelynn; mother-in-law, Joyce Thompson; brohter-in-law, Todd Thompson; brother, Bryan Montgomery; sister, Lisa Montgomery; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Randy Duvall, Eddie Sockey, Leon Clark, Cole Reece, Bryan Montgomery, Dakota Clark.


Visitation will be  Sunday from 1-8pm.


 

Harper Marie Hammer

Funeral Service for Harper Marie Hammer, of Shady Point, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Friday, September 30, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Dale Lowrimore officiating. Burial will follow at Shady Point Cemetery in Shady Point, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Harper was born on September 16, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Amanda (Hammer) and James Patterson and passed away on September 22, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her father, James Patterson; great grandfather, Michael Clark.

Survivors include: mother, Amanda Hammer; grandmother, Alamanda Clark; grandfather, Tony Hammer; step-grandfather, Eddie Adams; great grandmother, Paula Clark; aunt, Mikayla Hammer; uncle, Bruce Patterson; numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Bruce Patterson, Eddie Adams, Jordan Ford, Tony Hammer.


You may leave an online message at evansandmillerfuneralhomes.com.
 

Newt Ray Evans

Funeral Service for Newton Ray Evans, 97 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Becky Lynn Mewmaw Granddaughter, Pastor Roosevelt Roy, Katie Rusk, officiating. Burial will follow at Old Bokoshe Cemetery in Bokoshe, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Ray was born on December 29, 1924 in Bokoshe Oklahoma to Cora (Staton) Evans and Newton Robert Evans and passed away on September 26, 2022 in the home.  He was Preceded in Death by Cherished wife, Sarah Evans; Mother, Cora Evans; Father, Newton Ray Evans; Brothers, Jasper Cecil, Leo, and Floyd; Sister, Edna Paddock; and Nephews, Cecil Evans, Johnnie Floyd Evans, Robert Ray Evans, and Teddy Wayne Evans.

Survivors include: Beloved Sister, Mildred Evans Moore of Muskogee, OK; Cherished Granddaughter Becky Lynn Mewmaw (Brian Harris); Great Grandson Jordan General Lee; Great Granddaughter, Tracy Lynn Mewmaw; Great Great Grandchildren Kai Owen and Kota Sage Yoder, all of Kansas City, MO; Nieces Dr. Salisa Williams (Jim Turner) of Oregon, Arita (Sonny) Slate of New Mexico, Diana (David) Clark of New Mexico, Joyce Aleta Dyer of Missouri, Gayle Stroup Wright of New Mexico, Andrea (Curtis) Devers of New Mexico; Nephews Tom (Linda) Evans of New Mexico, Leo Jr. (Sharon) Evans of New Mexico, Douglas (Heather) Evans of Arizona; Numerous Grand Nieces, Grand Nephews, Great Grand Nieces and Great Grand Nephews; A Multitude of Beloved Friends and Neighbors.

LOUIS DOREY

 

LOUIS DOREY

February 22, 1933 – September 26, 2022

 

Louis Dorey was born in Poteau, Oklahoma in 1933 to Cleo Mildred (Hunter) Dorey and Louis Joseph Dorey. 

On September 26^th, 2022 he passed away peacefully at the age of 89 years old. The funeral will be held at Evan’s Funeral Home in the chapel this Friday, September 30^th at 2pm.

 

When Mary Sue and Louis met through a mutual friend she was living in Panama and he lived in Poteau. The couple spent 47 years living in El Reno where they raised their children. After moving back to Poteau, Louis and Mary Sue were introduced to singing groups. He even played the guitar and sang as part of a group on occasion. This year Louis and Mary Sue were able to celebrate their 69^th wedding anniversary.

 

At a young age Louis bravely served the United States in the Korean War. He was a retired Sergeant war veteran who served with company I, 180^th Infantry Regiment, 45^th Infantry Division of the National Guard. The group was called into active military service in September 1950. Later on, Louis worked as an Assistant Warden in El Reno.

 

He loved Eastern Oklahoma. He had a variety of hobbies including gardening, carpentry, fishing, camping, raising bees, watching OU football with his son Louis and nephew Mike Lovett, bird watching, photography, working on the family farm, and spending time with family.

 

Louis was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Arlene Dorey Branson and Clarice Goodnight. He is survived by his wife Mary Sue, sister Cleora Raney, son Louis and spouse Susan, daughter Kathryn, granddaughter Kellye and spouse Oz, great-granddaughter Norah, granddaughter Laura and spouse Greg, great-granddaughter Claire, and extended family members.

Louis was well known and loved by many. He will be dearly missed. 

Pallbearers will be Bob Branson, Cotton Hale, and Billy King.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Mike Lovett, Joshua Lovett, Shawn Lovett, Louis Dorey, Bill Sykes, Oz Gocmen, Greg Egan, and Jerry Goodnight.  

Martha Ann Loggains

Celebration of Life for Martha Ann Loggains, 54 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 9am on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Sugarloaf Christian Fellowship in Poteau, Oklahoma with Reverend Shirley Soto officiating. Cremation under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Martha was born on March 16, 1968 in Tacoma, WA to Clara M (Rupe) Boss and Frederick Allen Boss and passed away on September 19, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her father, Fred Boss; and her grandparents.

Survivors include: sons, Jeremy Boss and wife Heather, Dominick Bond and wife Vivy; mother, Clara Boss; grandchildren, Braxton Boss, and Bodey Boss.

Jodie Dameron-Fox

Funeral services for Jodie Dameron-Fox will be 2pm Tuesday, September 27^th at the Donald W. Reynolds Center in Poteau, Oklahoma, burial will follow in Vaughn Cemetery under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.  There will be NO VIEWING but the guest book may be signed from 9am-8pm Monday, the family will visit and greet friends 6pm-8pm Monday at the Evans & Miller Funeral Home Chapel.  

Jodie Lynn Dameron-Fox was born on June 10, 1976 in Boise City, Oklahoma. She went to be with her Lord on September 21, 2022. She was 46 years old. She is survived by her husband Steve Fox, her mother Anna Dameron, and her brother Justin Dameron and a host of family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father Ronald Dameron.

Jodie was adopted into her family at 2 years old. From day one she stole her daddy’s heart and continued to steal the heart of everyone else she ever met.

Jodie was a hairdresser for 27 years in Poteau. She was extremely successful and excellent at her job. It wasn’t just a job though, it was a talent and a gift. She befriended all of her clients and it became a generational relationship. She became part of their families. She was very influential in our community with her faith, friendships, and generosity. If she had something you needed, she would give it. When Jodie was 8 yrs old, she gave her heart to Jesus. Her walk with God led her for the rest of her life. She was very involved in her church. She attended Sugarloaf Christian Fellowship for many years. She sang on the praise team, she volunteered with the youth group, she helped lead a young ladies’ bible study once a week, and served in various capacities. Jodie was always smiling and her presence lit up the room. She was loving, loyal, and fiercely protective of those she loved. She touched the lives of everyone she came into contact with. Jodie was an amazing Aunt. Aunt JoJo had many adopted nieces and nephews that loved her and she would do anything for them. She had a very special place in her heart for her niece Whitney and for her two young cousins Jace and Jude.

On September 22nd, 3 years ago she met the love of her life. One year later, Jodie and Steve were married. They had a loving marriage and spent their precious time together doing their favorite things like laughing, singing, and cooking. Jodie left a legacy of love and laughter. She gave of herself and blessed us all.

In the words of George Strait, “Oh how she sparkled and oh how she shines!”

Pallbearers: Justin Dameron, Damon Davis, Scott Runyan, Jace Runyan, Paul LaRosa, Billy Rye, Scott Bradshaw, Alex Duncan

 

 

Thelma Griffith

Funeral Service for Thelma Mozelle Griffith, 82 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Thelma was born on October 28, 1939 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Eunice (Hancock) and Dewey Peters and passed away on September 23, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Charles Griffith; son, Ronald Griffith; brother, Odie Peters, Bill Peters; sister, Wilma Peters. Thelma loved her grandchildren, being a grandparent. She looked forward to Bayker Lynn coming to do cheer for her.

Survivors include: son, Michael and Julia Griffith; grandchildren, Kimberly Cooper and husband Ryan, Nathan Griffith and wife Kristal, Jessica Griffith, Dustin Griffith, and Abby Griffith; great grandchildren, Corbin Griffith, Cash Griffith, Bayker Lynn Griffith, Gunner Lynch, Kynlie Lynch, Alyssa Goodnight, Rylan Cooper, Alyah Cooper, Arianna Cooper; numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Visitation will be on Monday September 26, 2022 from 6-8pm.

You may leave an online message at evansandmillerfuneralhomes.com.
 

Samuel Wesley Pickle

Samuel Wesley Pickle (93) of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2022, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau under the direction of the Evans and Miller Funeral Home.  

Wesley was born on September 24, 1928, in Monroe, Oklahoma to Stella (Hemphill) Pickle and Sam Pickle. He was married to Patricia (Turner) Pickle on May 30, 1953, in Poteau. He was preceded in death by his parents, three infant siblings, Jerome Pickle, Hazel Ward, June Hall, Sylvan "Syb" Pickle, and Syble Ellis.  
 
Wesley spent most of his adult life molding the hearts and minds of students as an educator in the Poteau school system. During his career, he spent time as a math teacher and an assistant principal. In 1974 he was honored as both Poteau Public Schools and Leflore County’s Teacher of the year.
 
Wesley also worked as a rancher, and in 1985 the Pickle family was honored as the Outstanding Farm Family for Leflore County.  

Wesley was a member of the Church of Christ and enjoyed spending time with his church family.   

Wesley also believed in giving back to his community.  He served on the Board of Directors for the Leflore County Soil Conservation Service and was the President of the Board of Directors for the Monroe cemetery. He also served as the Honorary Chapter Farmer for the Poteau FFA.  

Wesley is survived by his wife Pat of 69 years; his children Susan Pickle Boggs and husband Brian of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Linda Jane Boyd and husband Curtis of Tipton, Oklahoma; David Sam Pickle and wife Kris of Poteau, Oklahoma; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and 1 sister, Mildred Pickle of Iowa City, Iowa.   

Pallbearers will be Wesley Boyd, Will Boyd, Johnny Baker, Curtis Boyd, Brian Boggs, and Chase Tucker.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Arthur Heavener, Ed Abernathy, and Ralph Pickle.  

Visitation will be Friday, September 30, 2022, from 5-7 p.m.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:

In Search of the Lord’s Way
P.O. Box 372  
Edmond, OK 73083

OR

Tipton Children’s Home  
P.O. Box 370  
Tipton, OK 73570

Linda (Adams) Skinner

Funeral Service for Linda (Adams) Skinner, 75 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Friday, September 23, 2022 at First Free Will Baptist Church in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook, Cory Thompson, and Brad Hill officiating. Burial will follow at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home Poteau, Oklahoma.

Linda was born on February 8, 1947 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Beatrice (Bell) Rice and Leon Rice and passed away on September 21, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was married to Garry Skinner on December 25, 2004 in Howe, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Don Adams; brother, Jerry Rice and wife Margie; sister-in-law, Betty Adams; brother-in-law, George Maynor; mother-in-law, Ann Witt; father-in-law, Jay Adams.

Survivors include: husband, Garry Skinner; daughter, Kristi Hill and husband Brad; son, Kevin Adams and wife Becky; adopted son, Gary Hecht and wife Donna; stepsons, Chris Skinner, and Curtis Skinner; grandchildren, Shelbey and Chad Jackson, Brooklynn Adams, Brenna Adams, Chloe Hecht, Zoey Hecht, and Christian Price, Kylee Skinner, Maddie Skinner, and Brielle Skinner; sister-in-law, Reah Maynor, Carolyn and Robert Gutierrez; brother-in-law, Darrel Adams and Ginger.

Pallbearers will be David Stone, Robert Lewis Gutierrez, Chad Jackson, Nick Henson, Brent Henson, and Michael Ritter.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Brian Maynor, Doug Martinez, Jerrod Adams, Mike Seymour, and Leo Ritter.

Viewing will be Thursday from 6-8pm.