Wednesday, November 2, 2022

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James Jackson

Memorial Service for James Jackson, will be at 2pm on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

After a courageous 11 year battle with cancer, retired master sergeant James Jackson of Oklahoma City, completed his earthly assignment on October 5th 2022. James, AKA pops was a faithful servant to god, his country and community, he first enlisted in the United States Air force on October 1970, after 20 years of dedicated service he retired on November 1st 1990, for several years he enjoyed spending time traveling and taking it easy. on August 9th 1999 James was hired at Oconne County Sheriff's office in Watkinsville Georgia where he served as a lieutenant and jail administrator, he remained at this post until retiring on may 1st 2013. James' parents were the late Billy Ray Jackson and Mildred Lucille Cagle. He was proceeded in death by his Sister Gwenda Nichols of Tulsa Oklahoma. James is survived by his children Brian Jackson of Midwest city Oklahoma and daughter Kathy Cochrane of Norman Oklahoma. Daughter in law Jerri Lynn Jackson, son in law Jim Cochrane. Grand children James Jackson, Matthew Jackson, Hannah Cochrane and Ethan Cochrane. also survived by his 2 brothers John Jackson and Billy Jackson, and a abundance of nieces and nephews, and very dearest friend Missy Cobb and his best furry friend Abe.
 

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Patricia Duncan-Lynch

Funeral Service for Patricia Duncan-Lynch, 90 of Pocola, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Maxey Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Patricia was born on December 9, 1931 in Wister, Oklahoma to Dollie (Wilson) Baldwin and Bob Baldwin and passed away on November 1, 2022 in Pocola, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her husband A.R. Duncan Jr.; husband Glenn Lynch; son, Bobby Duncan; brothers, Richard Baldwin, Pheland Baldwin, Irre Baldwin; sister, Lucille Jensen.

Survivors include: sons, Gary and Sabrina Duncan, Ronny and Gayle Duncan; step-son, Bruce Lynch; step-daughter, Lucretia Mcgahey; grandchildren, Chris and Kristi Duncan, Derck Duncan, Darby Duncan, Daylon and Briley Duncan; great grandchildren, Christian Duncan, Cameron Duncan, Axel Duncan, Journey Duncan, Henley Duncan, and Kruz Nixon; numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Derck Duncan, Daylon Duncan, Christian Duncan, and Cameron Duncan.

 Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8pm.

Monday, October 31, 2022

Bobby Jr. McMillin

Funeral Service for Bobby Jr. McMillin, 84 of Cameron, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at Rock Island Freewill Baptist Church in Rock Island, Oklahoma with Reverend Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Vaughn Cemetery in Gilmore, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Bobby Jr. was born on May 22, 1938 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Essie (Humphries) McMillin and Arthur E. McMillin and passed away on October 30, 2022 in Cameron, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Ella McMillin; son, Chad McMillin; sister, Anna Lee and Wanda Groom; brothers, Bill and Charles McMillin

Survivors include: daughter, Sheila Graf and husband Johnny of Rock Island, Oklahoma; brothers, Roger McMillin of Poteau, Oklahoma, Don McMillin of Poteau, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Keena Miller and husband Michel, and Kyler Graf and wife LeAna; 6 great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and loved ones.


Friday, October 28, 2022

Chadwick Shane Cooper

Chadwick Shane Cooper of Shady Point, Oklahoma passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2022 in Shady Point, OK. Chad was born July 18, 1972 in Tulsa, OK to Jacky L. Cooper & Cathy Cooper. Chad attended Calhoun Baptist Church. He graduated from Panama High School. He loved to fish, deer hunt and the outdoors life. He loved to collect antiques.

Chad was the most happy when he had a boat in the water, sitting in a deer stand, or playing and teasing with his nieces. You could always count on Chad for a helping hand and he always had something funny to say to make you smile and laugh.

Survivors include his mother, Cathy Fullen of Shady Point, OK. His brother and sister-in-law, Jeff & Holly Cooper of Poteau, OK; 3 nieces, Kaitlin May, Skylar Thomas & husband Jake Thomas, Kennedi Brimfield & husband Mick Brimfield; 3 Great-nieces, Zaidi & Jaxi May, Jayla Thomas; 1 Great-nephew, Lincoln Thomas. Numerous family & friends. Special friend, Tim Smith.

He is preceded in death by his Father Jacky L. Cooper & Step-Father Sonny Fullen.

Services will be held 4:00 pm, Sunday October 30, 2022 at Calhoun Baptist Church, Calhoun OK with Pastor Steve Hughes.

Honorary Pallbearers- Mountain Man Hunting Club

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Calhoun Baptist Church or for Gideon Bibles.

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Lois McKeown

Graveside Service for Lois McKeown, 63 of Cameron, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Greenhill Cemetery Pavilion in Cameron, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Greenhill Cemetery in Cameron, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

She was born on October 23, 1958 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Anna Marie (Blanscet) McKeown and Jack Edwin McKeown and passed away on October 21, 2022 in Cameron, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her brothers, Jackie McKeown, and Harold McKeown; and sister, Sherry McKeown.

Survivors include: sisters, Sandra Johnson of Barling, Arkansas, Linda Ghormley of Barling, Arkansas, and Joyce Harmon of Wister, Oklahoma; numerous nieces, and nephews, other relatives, and loved ones.




 

Monday, October 24, 2022

Rebecca "Becky" Turner

Funeral Service for Rebecca Turner, 55 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Lynn Bullard, and Bethany Black officiating. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Becky was born on May 24, 1967 in Springer, NM to Lonnie Heflin and Carol (Johnson) Heflin and passed away on October 22, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Cecil and Audrey Heflin, and Sonny and Teresa Johnson. Momma Loved Jesus and people fiercely!

Survivors include: husband, David Turner; daughters, Bethany Black and husband Andy, Jessica Kanehl and husband DJ, Adrianna Olivas; brothers, David Heflin and wife Kelly; parents, Lonnie and Carol Heflin; grandchildren, Nathan Kanehl, Zechariah Kanehl, Olivia Black, and soon to be Amelia Black; numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Joey Biddle, John Walker, Andy Black, DJ Kanehl, Don Talley, and Eric Fancher.

Visitation will be Monday from 6-8pm.

Thursday, October 20, 2022

Linda Gee

Memorial Service for Linda Gee, 56 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Reverend Jim Cook officiating. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Linda Darlene Gee was born on January 11th, 1966 in Fort Worth, Texas to Vera Gladene Gillispie Gee. She went home to her heavenly family on October 17th, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma at the age of 56. She was a home maker. Linda was proceeded in death by her mother Vera Gladene Gillispie Gee; sisters Gwendolyn Upton and husband Junior, Donna Traw and husband Terry; brothers Rickey Shadden, Don Shadden, David Shadden, Garland Gee, and Paul Gee; niece and nephew Chrissy Guilbeaux and Randy Traw.

She is survived by special friend John " Chach" Harris; sister Lynita Lovell and husband Ronnie, nieces Jennifer Bohannon, Jamie Harris and Dearl Laymon, Kelsey Gee; nephews Ricky Griffin and wife Jennifer, Trey Upton, Kevin Gee and wife Barbara. Numerous great nieces, great nephews, great-greats, and great friends who she adored with all of her heart.

To know Linda meant you were absolutely loved by Linda and you loved her too. Linda was known by several nicknames such as Linge, Bones, Beulah as her positive attitude kept her and so many others constantly laughing, joking, and smiling. An amazing kind soul and talent, her beautiful calligraphy and art skills was a thing of wonders, often asked to write invitations or cards for people. Often she would tag your car or home with positive messages and artwork of love that you didn't want to erase because of its sheer beauty. A true GROOVY HIPPY to the end, she only wanted PEACE and LOVE to fill everyone's heart and soul. Her family, friends, any and all pets or animals were her entire world. Compassionate beyond measure, she took care of family like a pro and kept all the neighborhood pets fed and watered. She CARED. She LOVED. She never missed any one's birthday or any holiday. We're all so blessed to have had her in our lives. Linda was a giver, not a taker. She didn't want anybody to be sad when her time to go home finally came. Heaven's light shined brighter than ever with her arrival and we will all miss her dearly. So so so many more great things can be said about her, and we all have our own precious memories of her to keep as personal gifts from her forever. She is waiting on the other side of those pearly gates waiting for everyone's arrival with the biggest hug possible ready for you and a smile on her face. 

As the FREE SPIRIT she was had always said, GROOVY, PEACE, LOVE, and FAR OUT MAN! Rest In Peace, Beloved Linda.


 

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Jonah Lee Plummer

Funeral Service for Jonah Lee Plummer, 16 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Saturday, October 22, 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.

Jonah was born on September 29, 2006 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Shawn Austin Plummer and passed away on October 16, 2022 in Bokoshe, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his Great grandfather, Everett Plummer; and Great Aunt, Allene Hecker.

Survivors include: Father, Shawn Plummer; Stepmother, Allison Plummer; two sisters, Emileigh and Evelyn; one stepbrother, Ezekiel Reeves; Great grandmother, Illene Plummer; Great grandparents, Archie and Carolyn Baca; Grandparents, Everett and Teresa Plummer; Grandmother, Candas Stinson; Uncles, Justin and Gunnar Plummer; Aunt, Kellie Plummer; numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Visitation will be Friday from 5-7pm.



 

Larry Grant Kinman

Memorial Service for Larry Grant Kinman, Jr., 69 of Pocola, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Friday, October 21, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook, and Phil McGehee officiating. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Larry Grant Kinman was born on August 09, 1953 to L.G. and Edith Kinman in Brownwood, Texas. He passed away on October 15, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He graduated high school in Kiowa, Oklahoma, attended Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma and nursing school in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

He and Kelley DeSpain were married on May 3, 1984. They welcomed a son, Kyle Grant, on July 27, 1986.

Larry stated many times that his greatest joy in life was his son, Kyle. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and hunting for arrowheads.

He was preceded in death by his parents, mother Edith Kinman, father L.G. Kinman and sister, Joyce.

He is survived by his son Kyle and daughter-in-law, Tiffany, of Honolulu, Hawaii, fiancé Christy Nga Thanh Nguyen of Pocola Oklahoma, brothers Mike Kinman, of Poteau, Oklahoma, Mark Kinman of Wichita Kansas, James Kinman and wife Debbie of Muskogee, Oklahoma, and sisters Susan Bailey and  husband Eddie of Atoka, Oklahoma and Amy Ripple and husband Shane of Brownwood, Texas.


 

Melba Dean Wadsworth

Funeral Service for Melba Dean Wadsworth, 90 of Wister, Oklahoma will be at 10:00am on Friday, October 21, 2022 at Evans Memorial Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma with Pastor Tim Turner officiating. Burial will follow at Maxey Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

She was born on August 28, 1932 in Victor, Oklahoma to Eula Hall (Evans) and Richard Hall and passed away on October 16, 2022 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  Melba  was preceded in death by her husband, Don Wadsworth; father of her children and ex-husband, Edward Jones; parents, Richard and Eula Hall and sister, Elaine Mats.

Survivors include her sons, Richard Jones and wife Sue, Glenn Jones and wife Deb; daughter, Anita Totty and husband Paul; stepchildren, Keith Wadsworth, Joy Sweger, Clinton Wadsworth; twelve grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Scott Hendrickson, Scott Jones, Jeremy Bradburn, and Larry Million.

Viewing and Visitation  Thursday 9am - 7pm with family greeting friends from 5pm - 7pm  at the funeral home.

Monday, October 17, 2022

Florene Doyle

Funeral Service for Florene  Doyle  (Peg), 87 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at Oakland Pavilion  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.

Florene was born on February 18, 1935 in Gilmore, Oklahoma to Anna Belle Sinclair (Aydelott) and Earnest A Sinclair and passed away on October 8, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by A.M. and Wanda Sinclair, Geneva and Hosey Gray, special niece Pam Harris; husband, Charles B Doyle; son, Charles Wayne "Chuck" Doyle.

Survivors include: daughter, Charlotte Doyle; sister and brother-in-law, Francis and William Greene; brother and sister-in-law, James L. "Goat" and Opal Sinclair; numerous nieces, nephews other relatives, loved ones, many beloved friends and adopted family. Beloved Feline, Son Mel.

Pallbearers will be Eddy Daniel, Gary Gray, Chris Gray, Terry Gray, James Sinclair, Phil Baldwin, Don Williamson, Austin James.


 

Joan Carol Brown

Funeral Service for Joan Carol Brown, 73 of Spiro, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Doyle Martin officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Panama, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Joan was born on April 20, 1949 in Ashland, Kentucky to Garnet (Riggles) Keaton and Noah Ted Keaton and passed away on October 12, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert L. Brown; sister, Marcia Jean Miller

Survivors include: sons, Scott Brown and wife Laci, Anthony Albergo and wife Britt; grandchildren, Becky Padgett and husband James, Kristie McClain and husband John, Mason Cameron, Noah Albergo, Anthony Remedios, Grayson Cameron, Dean Albergo; numerous great grandchildren, other relatives and loved ones.

After service family will meet at the Bokoshe Assembly of God for a potluck dinner.



 

Sunday, October 16, 2022

A memorial service for Brandon May, 41 of Spiro, Oklahoma will be at 2:00 on Thursday, October 20, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Reverend Jim Cook officiating. Cremation services are under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.
Brandon Don May was born on June 18, 1981 in McAlester, Oklahoma to Ruth Lillybeth (Godsby) and Jerry Don May and passed away on October 15, 2022 in Spiro, Oklahoma.  He is preceded in death by his mother, Ruth May and his sister, Karen Nobles.  Brandon lived life to the fullest and he loved his dogs Bella and Sadie.  He will be deeply missed by all that loved and knew him.
Survivors include his son, Riley Raney and wife Rosie; granddaughter, Rylie Raney; father, Jerry May and wife Brenda; sister, Teresa Baxer; nieces and nephews, Niki Hope, Jerrett Goforth, Derick Taylor, Jessica McDaniel, and Travis Baxter; great nephews, Lincoln McDaniel and Wyatt Butler.
The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.  You may leave an online message at www.evansandmillerfuneralhomes.com


 

Saturday, October 15, 2022

Funeral Service for Betty Lou Evans, 78 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Monday, October 17, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook,and Matt Duke 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 December 12, 1943 in Glendale, Oklahoma to Bobbie (Bridges) Pope and Albert Pope and passed away on October 12, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma. She was preceded in death by her parents; father of her children, Vernon Dewayne Evans; grandson, Gavin Fified.

Survivors include: children, Kim Evans, Steve Evans and wife Pearl; daughter by love, Amber Fifield and husband Jeremy; grandchildren, Ashtan Jackson, Nicholas Jackson, Storie Evans, Max Evans, Axton Evans, Parker Fifield, Baby D, Adam Fifield, Dylan Fifield and wife Hailey; brothers, Buddy Pope and wife Letha, Tommy Pope; special friend, Gloria Hall; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Butchy Howard, James Ford, Jeremy Fifield, Gary Pope, Ronnie Pope, Anthony Pope.

You may leave an online message at evansandmillerfuneralhomes.com