Frances Yvonne Carpenter

Frances Yvonne Carpenter, 69, of Cameron, OK passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009 in Ft. Smith, AR. She was born November 21, 1940 in Haywood, OK to Otto & Mattie (Roberts) Moore. She was retired from Phoenix Police Dept.. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Cleo Wilson & Lois Jean Cravins; & brother, Theodore (Lucky) Cravins. Survivors include her husband, Theo Carpenter of the home; daughter, Terry & husband John Shamley of Peoria, AZ; son, Thell & wife Suzi Carpenter of Phoenix, AZ; 4 Grandchildren, Travis & wife Jordanna Carpenter, Whitney Shamley, Taylor Carpenter, Gwen Shamley; great grandchild, Trenton Carpenter; sister, Donna Moore of Phoenix, AZ; brothers, Bill Cravines of Marlton, NJ, John Moore of Phoenix, AZ, Chester McCartney of Poteau, OK; brother in law, Gerald Wilson of Poteau, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 2 pm, Monday, December 14, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating.

Emery L. Rooney

Emery L. Rooney, 90, of Panama, OK passed away Monday, December 7, 2009 in Ft. Smith, AR He was born December 22, 1918 in Fidelity, AR to John E. & Adelia (Bagley) Rooney. Emery was retired from the Civil Service. He was a veteran of the US Navy. He was on the Battleship Maryland when it was bombed in Pearl Harbor. He was an excellent carpenter. He liked fishing, hunting, listening to gospel music, and building things. He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 sisters, and 2 brothers. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Hazel Rooney of Panama, OK; sister, Johnnie Monks of Stockton, CA; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were held 2 pm, Thursday, December 10, 2009, at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. David Nolan officiating. Interment followed in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK Pallbearers were Eddie Seaton, Harlan Hale, Dewayne Seaton, Randy Smith, Hayden Byrd, & Ricky Darneal. Honorary pallbearer was Jim Pendergrass.

Betty Jean Logan

Betty Jean Logan, 84, of Tulsa, OK (formerly of Poteau, OK) passed away Sunday, December 6, 2009, in Tulsa. She was born in Poteau, OK on August 29, 1925 to Marcus & Jeanette (Cummings) Hoyle. Betty was a retired insurance agent. Betty was born and raised in Poteau and graduated from Poteau High School in 1943. She married her husband Bill Logan in 1950. They worked together at Logan Insurance Agency for 30 years. She was a member of First Christian Church in Poteau, OK for over 70 years where she played the organ for 25 of those years. She loved her daughter and granddaughters dearly, they were the light of her life and her first thoughts were always of them. She was so excited to have a great grandbaby due in February. She loved her dog Babe, who was her best friend. Betty was the best Nanna and the best mother and will be missed very much. Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Logan and her parents. Survivors include her daughter, Leslie Gail Logan King of Tulsa, OK; granddaughters, Megan King Branagh & husband John of Walnut Creek, CA and Whitney Claire King of Dallas, TX; sister and brother in law, Anabel & Bill Gillham of Fort Worth, TX; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 10 am, Thursday, December 10, 2009 at the First Christian Church, Poteau, OK with Rev. Dennis Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dick Winters, Riley Smith, George McBee, Bob Arens, Loy Dobbins, and Bill Cupp. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Oklahoma Methodist Manor, Employee Appreciation Fund, 4134 East 31st St., Tulsa, OK 74135. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 5-7 pm on Wednesday evening.

Opal Stewart Pierce

Opal Stewart Pierce, 77 was born in Hanna, Ok and passed away at Knothole, OK on Dec. 5 2009. She was married to James R. Pierce of Knothole, OK and they celebrated their 61st Wedding anniversary in 2009. She was a 30 year member of Calvary Assembly of God Church in Poteau, OK and a 25 year member of the Cameron Homemaker’s Club. She assisted her husband in teaching ceramics at Pocola Adult Education night classes and worked at the Pocola Head Start for several years. OPAL RAISED SIX CHILDREN: Lillian (George) Kasper, Linda (Darrell) Beshears, Don (Penny Alford) Pierce, all of Knothole, OK, Mike (Tiona) Pierce of Big Cedar, OK, Ray (Chieko) Pierce of Knothole, OK, Jimmy (Barbara) Pierce of Slidel, LA; Joseph (Verna, deceased) Ollar arrived sometime between Don and Mike and the family never allowed him to leave. She is also survived by Grandchildren Seth, Sarah Dawn (Steven) Jennifer, Amanda, D.J. (Beth), Emerald, Micah (Katelyn) Terrance, Delana,Lena (Mark, Daniel, James, Jr. (Victoria), Misty Marie, and Mike; Great Grandchildren Sarah Elizabeth, Christina, Megan, Ashley, Alec, James Alan, Kaetyn Bay, Armani, Jayven, Savana, One due to arrive in April, Rebecca, Bethany, Matthew, Peyton and Heather 2 Sisters Inez (Earl Holland) Goodson of Panama, OK and Betty (Paul) Tabor of Lincoln, AR; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Opal loved flowers and had such a green thumb that she once dropped a handful or uprooted aloe vera plants into an empty plant container and the plants not only survived, but thrived. She was a gifted artisan, doing ceramics, and taking ribbons at both Poteau and Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fairs. She loved to quilt and embroider and could can anything James could grow in his garden – averaging 1000 jars per year over her lifetime – not including jelly which, she said, disappeared so quickly she was always needing to make more. She is preceded in death by granddaughter, Darla Goude and grandson, Brian Ollar, and daughter in law, Verna. Opal will be greatly missed. The family will visit with friends at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6 – 8 pm. Services: 2 pm, Wednesday - Calvary Assembly of God Church with Rev. Lynn Bullard officiating.Interment in Fairhill(Knothole) Cemetery in Cameron, OK with pallbearers, Daniel Pierce, Micah Pierce, Terrance Pierce, Seth Kasper, Darrell Beshears Jr., Mike Ollar, Steven Jones, and James Pierce Jr. (grandsons).

Lyda Jewel Lawson

Lyda Jewel Lawson, 90, of Shady Point, OK passed away Friday, December 4, 2009 in Shady Point. She was born in Hillsborough, OK on October 24, 1919 to Jack Leroy & Sarah Margaret (Jones) Conn. Lyda was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Murl N. Lawson; 2 sons, 5 brothers & sisters, and her parents. Survivors include her daughter and son in law, Loretta & Ken Sisco of Shady Point, OK; son, Thomas Lee Lawson of Inola, OK; 4 grandchildren, Matt Lawson and wife, Kim of Muldrow, OK, Stacey Lawson of Riverton, WY, LeeAnn Starts of Greenwood, AR, Ronda Hood and husband, Bryan of Alma, AR; 11 Great Grandchildren, 3 Great Great Grandchildren, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services: 2 pm, Tuesday, December 8, 2009 graveside at Highland Cemetery in Inola, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating.

Shirley Gassaway

Shirley Jane Gassaway, 70, of Poteau, OK passed away Monday, November 30, 2009 in Ft. Smith, AR. Shirley was born August 2, 1939 in Poteau to Hollis L. & Novella (Phipps) Gassaway. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 daughters, Kimber Lee Miller and Mischa Carty and son, Donald Wayne Miller. Survivors include her daughter and son in law, Julie & Steve Turman of Poteau, OK; sister, Phyllis Gassaway of Acton, CA; and brother, H.L. Gassaway of Talihina, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 2 pm, Friday, December 4, 2009 graveside at Hontubby Cemetery, Hontubby, OK with Rev. Phil McGehee officiating. Pallbearers: Gary Howell, Weylin Groom, Russ Hoxit, Lance Smith, Jay Neugin, and Monte Shockley Sr.

Brenda J. Butler Bradley

Brenda J. (Butler) Bradley, 60, of Shady Point, OK passed away Monday, November 30, 2009 in Fort Smith, AR. Brenda was born October 13, 1949 in Poteau, OK to Jim Perry & Freada (Stanfield) Butler. She was a homemaker. She attended Spiro Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Robert Dale Bradley. Survivors include her daughter, Dawn Diane Bradley of Little Rock, AR; sons, Brian Perry Small of Bastrop, TX, Harry Christopher Small III of Flower Mound, TX, Robert Sean Bradley of Durant, OK; 4 grandchildren, Taylor Bradley Day, Trevor Dan Dailey, Warner Dale Bradley and Lauren Elizabeth Small; and sister, Diane Coke of Shady Point, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Thursday, December 3, 2009 at Greenhill Cemetery Pavilion, Cameron, OK with the Rev. Pete Butler officiating. Interment following. Pallbearers will be Trent Edwards, John Wood, Greg Coke, and Trevor Dailey.

Orb Francis

Orb Francis, 70, of Poteau, OK passed away Saturday, November 28, 2009 in Fort Smith, AR. Orb was born January 14, 1939 to Rease & Ode (Gipson) Francis in Cameron, OK. He was a veteran of the US Army and a retired school maintenance man. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue; his parents; 4 brothers, Alfred, Elmer, Velmer, & Gene; and sister, Ernie. Survivors include 2 daughters, Brenda Luman of Wister, OK, Mary Murray of Shady Point, OK; 3 sons, Greg Francis of Poteau, OK, Eddy Francis of Poteau, OK and Michael Francis of Shady Point, OK; 13 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; brother, Troy Francis of Panama, OK and sister, Wilma Sue Marler of Cameron, OK; other relatives & Loved ones; many beloved friends. Services: 2 pm Wednesday,December 2, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Pallbearers will be Chris Luman, Kevin Luman, Jerrid Francis, Aaron Francis, Coady Francis, and Trent Murray; honorary pallbearers will be Kayli Francis, Trinity Downs, Michael Shane Francis, Derek Francis, Destiny Francis, Dylan Francis and Kadynce Johnson. The family will visit with friends at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 5-7 pm.

Harlan Tiffee

Harlan Tiffee, age 87, of Poteau, OK (recently of Fayetteville, AR) passed away, Thursday, November 26, 2009 in Springdale, AR. The son of James Lewis Tiffee and Opal Johnson Tiffee was born April 26, 1922 near Howe, OK. He served in World War II and was a grocery clerk in Heavener, OK for many years and retired from McAlester Production Credit Assoc. as a field man. He was a charter member of the Friendship Baptist Fellowship in Rock Island, OK. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Vernice Clark and a brother, Glenn Tiffee. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ellen Crawford Tiffee; son Harlan Jr and wife, Lucille of Fayetteville, AR; grandsons, Kelly and wife, Pam, Kevin and wife, Hillaree all of Ft. Smith, AR; 5 precious great granddaughters, Chanley, Kaylee, Andee, Ellie and Toree. The family will receive guests from 1 pm until service time at 2 pm Tuesday December 1, 2009 at Friendship Baptist Fellowship in Rock Island, OK. Burial will follow in Springhill Cemetery, Monroe, OK. Pallbearers will be Truman Hill, Brad Hill, Charles Johnson, Bob McGaugh, Rex Ragon, & Kenneth Self. Memorial contributions may be made to the Friendship Baptist Fellowship, PO Box 583, Pocola, OK 74902 or to the Gideon's Intern'l. Arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK

Connie Brown Wiles

Connie Brown Wiles, 71, of Panama, OK passed away Tuesday, November 24, 2009 in Ft. Smith, AR. Connie was born in Poker Bend, OK on September 12, 1938, to James & Ruth Ellen (Brown) Brown. She worked for KiBois and was the Poteau Food Bank Manager. She was preceded in death by her parents. Connie loved the outdoors, flowers, gardening, and helping others. She always looked out for others. She also loved music and playing piano. Survivors include her husband, W.A. Wiles of Panama, OK; daughter & son in law, Sherry & Mickey Hale of Panama, OK; son and daughter in law, Bud Talhelm & Becky Ray of Nubbin Ridge, OK; granddaughter & her spouse, Michelle & Justin Edwards of Muldrow, OK; sister, Sylvia Hale & Joe Tedder of Spiro, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were held 2 pm, Saturday, November 28, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. Brian Smith officiating. Interment followed in Knothole Cemetery, Cameron, OK. Pallbearers were Mickey Hale, Bud Hale, Marty Hale, Darin Hale, Justin Edwards, Joe Tedder, and Randy Smith. Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK

Thomas Arthur Cherry

Thomas Arthur Cherry, born July 5, 1912 in Huntington, Arkansas passed away on Friday, November 20, 2009 in Poteau. He was the only child of Thomas Arthur Cherry and Rhoda Pearl Hodges Cherry. Tom graduated Mansfield High School in 1930 and attended the University of Arkansas where he was a member of Theta Kappa Nu fraternity. In 1933 he left the University to go into retail business with his father and a cousin in Mansfield, AR. Later he worked for Reynolds Davis Wholesale Grocery in Ft. Smith, managed Ouachita Grocery in Camden, AR then moved to Poteau in 1959. The business which he started, owned and operated with his son Steve, Cherry Wholesale Grocery closed in 1986. Tom was a loyal member of Kiwanis Club for over 50 years, and a long-time member and worker of the United Methodist Church and the Methodist Men's organization. He is well known for his ability to sell large quantities of Pancake Breakfast tickets for both Kiwanis and Methodist Men. He was an extremely loyal Arkansas Razorback fan and followed all Arkansas athletics. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Mary Neal Jones Cherry, two daughters, Carol Landfair and Linda Roseman. He is survived by two sons Tom Cherry and his wife Norma of St. Simon's Island, Georgia and Steve Cherry and his wife Gloria of Poteau, and one son-in-law, Robert Landfair of Tillar, AR. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Services will be held Friday, November 27, at 2 pm at the United Methodist Church in Poteau under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 26th between the hours of 6 and 8 pm at Evans & Miller Funeral Home in Poteau, OK. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church building fund - 109 South Harper, Poteau, OK or the Poteau Christian Free Clinic, PO Box 160, Poteau, OK 74953

Sandra (Cobb) Huens

Sandra Huens, 65, of Poteau, OK passed away Thursday, November 19, 2009 in Poteau. Sandra was born in Poteau, OK to Wilburn Lee & Arma Lee (Sandlin) Jones on September 12, 1944. She was a homemaker; preceded in death by her first husband, Billy John Cobb; grandchild, Margarete White; and her father. Survivors include her husband, Kenneth Huens of the home; daughters & sons in law, Annette & Denver Turner of Poteau, OK, Janet & John White of Waldron, AR; son & daughter in law, Johnny Lee & Laurie Cobb of Sandy Valley, NV; 8 grandchildren, Missy Drake, Peggy Jurina, Lesley Palmore, Johnny Adkisson, Stephanie Adkisson, Jesse White, Ellis White, Cassandra White; 17 Great Grandchildren; brother & sister in law, James R. & Pamela Jones of Mammoth, AZ; mother, Arma Lee Jones of LeFlore, OK; 3 stepchildren, Kenton Huens, LaDonna Huens, Misti Huens; 4 stepgrandchildren, Bree Norris, Bryce NOrris, Kaden Huens, & Autumn Norris; other relatives & loved ones;many beloved friends. Services 2 pm, Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers will be her granddaughters, Melissa Drake, Peggy Jurina, Lesley Palmore, Stephanie Adkisson, Cassandra Burgess White and Tammy White. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Adkisson, Jesse White, and Elvis White.

Benna Lucretia Campbell

Benna Lucretia Campbell, 62, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, November 16, 2009 in Poteau. Benna was born on June 1, 1947 in Kingfisher, Oklahoma to Jack Charles & Magolen (Lomon) Redmon. Benna was a homemaker with a special love for all people especially children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Campbell & her parents. Benna is survived by a brother, David Redmon of Claremore, OK; 3 nieces and their husbands, Julie & Todd Krans of Claremore, OK Jeannie & Danny Oriolo of Laurel, MD & Lisa & Kenneth Chaney of Vian, OK; 2 brothers in law, Alfred Campbell of Oklahoma & Stoney Campbell of Texas; a stepson Nicky Campbell of Poteau, OK; a granddaughter, Kandice Campbell of Poteau, OK; nephews Winston & Harvey Cagle, Mike Lomon, Paul & Chris “Poptart” Oriolo; very special friend & her husband Marsha Ritter & husband Dale of Poteau, OK; special friends, Ron & Eula LaMar, Randy Mills, Brenda, Hattie, Laura, & all the children of Gardenwalk; numerous other relatives & loved ones & many beloved friends. Funeral services for Benna were held at 10:00 am Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with the Reverend Lynn Bullard officiating. Interment followed the services in Greenhill Cemetery, Cameron, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Nicky Campbell, Todd Krans, David Redmon, & Danny Tucker.

Lorene Martin

Lorene Martin, 83, of Bokoshe, Oklahoma passed away on November 18, 2009 in Bokoshe, OK. Lorene was born on February 16, 1926 in Buck Creek, Oklahoma to Luther & Myrtle (Gollihare) Pierce. She was a factory worker and a homemaker. Lorene was preceded in death by her husband, Irby Martin; an infant daughter infant daughter, Sandra Martin, 4 grandchildren Debbie Martin, Cynthia French, Dennis & Gary Sutton, brother, Gene Pierce, son in law, Bobby French, sisters & brothers in law Evelyn & William Rogers & Dorothy & Hoover Stanfield, & her parents. Lorene is survived by 2 daughters & son in law, Caron Dian French of Hawaii & Marilyn Jane & George Sutton of Coweta, OK; 2 sons & daughters in law, Larry & Donna Martin of Buck Creek, OK & David & Tamara Martin of Mannford, OK; brothers & sisters in law, Charles Robert & Pat Pierce of Panama, OK & Jimmy Dale & Shirley Pierce of Buck Creek, OK; 10 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; numerous other relatives & loved ones; and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Lorene were held at 2:00 pm Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Panama First Assembly of God Church with the Reverend Brian Smith & Jeff Little officiating. Interment followed the services in Shady Point Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau; OK Pallbearers were the grandsons & great grandsons.

Ira Edward Hughey

Ira Edward Hughey, 97, of Dewey, Oklahoma, formerly of Poteau, OK passed away November 15, 2009 in Dewey, Oklahoma. Ira was born on February 6, 1912 in Mena, Arkansas to Albert & Minnie (Tatum) Hughey. He was an auto mechanic for many years In the Poteau area and a World War II veteran of the US Navy. He was an avid hunter & fisherman. Ira’s wife of 76 years Katherine Hughey; his parents & 2 sisters preceded him in death. Ira is survived by his daughter Kay (Hughey) Riling & her husband Gene Riling of Bartlesville, OK; a son & daughter in law, Ronald Edward & Carol Hughey of Montoursville, PA; 4 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; numerous other relatives & loved ones; & many beloved friends. Funeral services for Ira were held at 2:00 pm, Friday, November 20, 2009 at First Baptist Church in Poteau, OK with the Reverend Phil McGehee officiating. Interment followed the services in Oakland Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK Pallbearers were San=m Abbott, Weylin Groom, Olan Arnall, Harrell Bright, Barton Bates, & Jim Mixon. Honorary pallbearers were Taylor Newby, Bill Mooneyham, Roger McMillin, & Brad McMillin.

F.L.HOLTON JR.

F.L. Holton Jr., 90, died at his home in Poteau, Sunday, November 15, 2009. He was born in Cameron, OK on November 10, 1919 to F.L. & Eva Holton. His philanthropy, business sense, and civic involvement made him an eastern Oklahoma legend. He remained actively involved in local business and civic activities, serving as President of Holton Stores, Holton Cattle Company, Chairman of Central National Bank of Poteau and on the Carl Albert State College Board of Regents. He was a veteran of World War II, serving as a Captain in the United States Army Air Corp. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Genevieve, three children, Linda Lynch and her husband Bob of Tulsa, Steve Holton and his wife Pam of Poteau and Deborah Gentry and her husband Sam of Poteau; eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, Lois Blasdel of Woodward and was preceded in death by his sister Allene Conn. F.L. graduated from Poteau High School in 1937 and received his degree in Business Administration from Oklahoma A&M College in 1941. After World War II, he returned to Poteau where he joined his father in expanding family businesses that would include a supermarket, hardware and furniture store, department store, retail feed store, and a Pontiac and International dealership. He ran a large cow-calf operation, pioneered the development of the poultry industry in Eastern Oklahoma and founded Holton Mills to manufacture feed for the broiler and cattle industry. In 1954, Holton was named to the Board of Directors of Central National Bank. In 1978 he was elected Chairman. Under his leadership, CNB continuously ranked as one of the highest performing banks in Oklahoma. F.L. was one of Poteau’s outstanding civic leaders for over 60 years and was known as the area’s greatest “ambassador”. He served in leadership positions in the Poteau Rotary Club, Poteau Chamber of Commerce and Poteau Industrial Authority. His commitment to higher education spanned four decades. He was a charter member of the Board of Regents of Carl Albert State College that was formed in 1971. He served under Governors Boren, Nigh, Bellmon, Walters, Keating and Henry and was in his fifth seven year term. He had the honor of being the oldest and longest serving regent in the state of Oklahoma. He served 20 years on the Board of Trustees for Phillips University in Enid and was board chairman for four years. He was a charter member of the Board of Governors for the OSU Development Foundation, serving on that board for 19 years. He served 20 years as a College of Business Associate at OSU and was inducted into the university’s College of Business Hall of Fame. In 1990 the OSU Alumni Association honored him with the Alumni Service Award for his contributions to OSU and higher education in Oklahoma. He was also honored that year with the Rotary International Paul Harris Award. In 1992 he was the first recipient of the Poteau Lifetime Contribution award and in 1993 he was inducted into the CASC Hall of Fame. In 1997 the Holton family established the F.L. Holton Endowed Professorship and the 33,000 square foot CASC business center is named in his honor. He was an active member of the First Christian Church of Poteau. For many years he taught a Sunday School class, served as Board Chairman, was an Elder and was named Layman of the Year for Oklahoma Christian Churches. Services: 10 am, Wednesday at First Christian Church in Poteau with Dennis Jones officiating. Memorial gifts may be made to the First Christian Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 160, Poteau, OK 74953 or the Carl Albert Development Foundation Scholarship Fund, 1507 S. McKenna, Poteau, OK 74953. Evans & Miller Funeral Home Poteau, Oklahoma

William Edwin "Ed" Lamb

Ed Lamb, 77, of Shady Point, OK passed away Sunday, November 15, 2009 in Shady Point. Ed was born in Shady Point on June 13, 1932 to Jess & Freddie (Cain) Lamb. He was a veteran of the US Navy; a deacon in the Calhoun Baptist Church and a rancher/businessman. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Ronnie; brother, Burl; sisters, Mattie & Jean. Survivors include his wife of 56 years. Wanda of the home; son, Gary Lamb of Shady Point, OK; grandsons, Matt & wife Charli Lamb of Poteau, OK, Michael & wife Rebecca Akins of Waco, TX; granddaughter, Amanda & husband Jack Scott of Poteau, OK; 6 Great Grandsons, Ryan, Drew, Braxton, Dawson, Michael & Matthew; sisters, Margie Kendall of Tulsa, OK, Corrine Lloyd of South Carolina; brothers, Tom Lamb of Shady Point, OK and John Lamb of Tulsa, OK; mother of their grandchildren, Pam Lamb; special brother and sister in law, Robert & Elinor Pierce; several nieces and nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services: 2 pm, Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Calhoun Baptist Church, Calhoun, OK with Rev. Steve Hughes officiating. Interment following in Shady Point Cemetery, Shady Point, OK. Pallbearers: Jackie Harris, Eugene Harris, James Fowler, Jerry Maxwell, Terry Pierce, Wes Martin. Honorary pallbearers: Ron Morhart and Curt Creekbaum. The family will be at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6-8 to visit with friends and relatives.

Jeffery Allen Ricker

Jeffery Allen Ricker, 48, of Cameron, OK passed away Friday, November 13, 2009 in Cameron, OK> Jeffery was born September 29, 1961 in Wilmington, DE to Kenneth & Patricia Ricker. He was a gas rig driller. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Margarette Weaver. Survivors include his wife, Ruby Ricker of the home; stepson, Robert and wife, Melanie Warnock of Cameron, OK; father, Kenneth Ricker of Delaware; mother, Patricia Norris of Ft. Smith, AR; sister, Debbie Funmaker of Ft. Smith, AR; 2 granddaughters, Haylee Warnock & Brooklyn Warnock; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 11 am, Tuesday, November 17, 2009 graveside at Vinita Cemetery in Hackett, AR with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Burial following.

Homer LeRoy Nelson

Homer LeRoy Nelson, 76, of Poteau, OK passed away Thursday – November 12, 2009 in Pocola, OK. Homer was born in Poteau, OK on May 6, 1933 to William Henry & Alvessie (Qualls) Nelson. Mr. Nelson was a veteran of the US Army. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Ann Nelson; his parents; and two brothers, Delbert & Charles Nelson. Mr. Nelson was a factory worker. Survivors include his daughters & sons in law, Sharon & Nathan Melton of Stillwater, OK, Julia & Randy Reed of Pocola, OK, Barbra Gregory of Ft. Smith, AR; sons & daughters in law, Bryan Scott & Maria Nelson of Montgomery, IL, Jon & Millie Nelson of Montgomery, IL, Doug & Kim Nelson of Van Buren, AR; 11 Grandchildren; 2 Great Grandchildren; sisters, Betty Black of Bokoshe, OK, Patsy & Troy Mills of Noble, OK, Billy M. & Gail Chadwick of Bokoshe, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 2 pm, Monday, November 16, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Burial in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau,

Ruby D. Barcheers Lockaby

Ruby D. Barcheers Lockaby, 76, of Pocola, OK formerly of Panama, OK passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 in Pocola, OK. Ruby was born on May 19, 1933 in Bonham, Texas to Jepsy Walter & Fannie Myrtle (Bost) Workman. She was a follower of her Lord Jesus Christ and a homemaker. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, Chester Lee Barcheers; a daughter, Brenda Gay Barcheers; 9 siblings; and her parents. Ruby is survived by her husband, Arlon “Buck” Lockaby of Panama, OK; 5 sons & daughters in law, Danny Barcheers of Searcy, AR; Roger & Donnia Barcheers & Kenny & Pat Barcheers, all of Bokoshe, OK; Rickey & Janice Barcheers of Shady Point, OK & Bruce & Barbara Barcheers of Haileyville, OK; 3 daughters & sons in law, Lavonne & Danny Cross of Lavaca, AR; Gail & George Swindle of Shady Point, OK; & Sandy & Grant Ralls of Bokoshe, OK; a host of grandchildren & great grandchildren who were the love of her life; numerous other relatives & loved ones and many beloved friends and church family. Funeral services for Ruby were held at 2:00 pm Thursday, November 12, 2009 at House of Hope in Poteau, OK with the Reverend Frankie Harris & Jeff Little officiating. Interment followed the services in Fairhill (Knothole) Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Danny, Roger, Kenny, Rickey, & Bruce Barcheers, Grant Ralls, George Swindle, & Joe Dotson.

Lille Mae Smith

Lillie Mae Smith, 81, of Houston, TX, formerly of Wister, OK passed away Friday, November 6, 2009 in Houston. Lillie was the oldest of 10 children and daughter of the late John & Mertice (Smith) Toler. She was the loving wife of George A. Smith and they had been married 25 years at his passing. Lillie was born in Leland, MS and was raised on a small farm outside of Greenville, MS where she met her husband, George. Lillie married George in April 1948 and they moved to Wister, OK shortly thereafter and bought a farm 4 miles west of Wister. Lillie was a homemaker as well as worked as a poultry and cattle farmer outside of Wister for 54 years, retiring in 2002. Lillie received the "Grower of the Year" award on one occasion by OK Farms. Her sister, Winnie Mae Williams preceded her in death in May 2009. Lillie was a member of the Wister Extension Homemaker's Service Club, having served as president of the club. She had a passion for sewing and was an excellent cook and baker. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Poteau at the time of her passing, however, for most of her life she was a member of the First Baptist Church in Wister. Survivors include her 3 daughters, Louise Bernadine Nichols and husband, Jim of Houston, TX, Georgia Mae Skocdopole & husband, Royce of Bixby, OK, Loretta Diane Weibel and husband, Stuart of Flower Mound, TX; 1 grandson, Brent Skocdopole of Mounds, OK, 6 granddaughters, Christie Holt of Southlake, TX, Memory Wortham of Forney, TX, Courtney Ebeier of Houston, TX, Andrea Javersak of McAlester, OK, Laurie Ford of Arlington, TX, Elizabeth Echternach of Grapevine, TX; 13 Great Grandchildren; 4 brothers, John Toler Jr., James, John Ellen and Sammy; 4 sisters, Sara Jane Huckeby, Ina Mae Lynchard, Jean Dillon and Louise Chavers; other relatives & loved ones many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at First Baptist Church in Wister, OK with Rev. Jim Parsley officiating. A private Interment for family will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers will be Brent Skocdopole, Jeff Holt, Jason Wortham, Lance Ford, Dave Echternach, Dwight Robinson. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church, 405 E. Highland Ave., Wister, OK 74966 The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 3-5 pm, Tuesday, November 10.

Iva Louise (Edgmon) Mills

Iva Louise (Edgmon) Mills, 73, of Wister, OK passed away Saturday, October 31, 2009 in Wister. She was born in Sallisaw, OK on March 21, 1936 to Brex & Beaulah (Ellis) Edgmon. Louise loved sewing, painting, her flower garden and collecting 'special' rocks. She was a homemaker. Daughter, Karri & son, Ronnie and her parents preceded her in death. Survivors include her husband, William Harold Mills of the home; son, Randy Mills of Wister, OK; granddaughter, Penny Williams and husband Ryan of Guymon, OK; grandson, JR; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 2 pm, Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Graveside at Maxey Cemetery in Wister, OK with Rev. David Mills officiating. Interment following in Maxey Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandson, JR, Randy Mills, Garry Foster, Ryan Williams, Ken Spencer, David Mills and Bobby Mills. The family will be at the funeral home from 6-8 pm, Tuesday evening to visit with relatives & friends.

Errica Ann Sisson

Errica Ann Sisson, 37, of Wister, OK passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2009 in Fort Smith, AR. Errica was born April 21, 1972 in Pueblo, CO to David D. & Sheila (Bennett) Davis. She was a homemaker and day care operator. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Kelly Bennett and Sylvia Bennett; Glenn's paternal grandparents, Tom & Margie Johnson; & Glenn's maternal grandparents, Mildred & OC Sampson. Survivors include her husband, Glenn Sisson of the home; 5 sons and daughter in law, Jonathan & Leah Phillips of North Carolina, Jamie Sisson of Muldrow, OK, Justus Sisson of the home, Jordan Sisson of the home, Michael Phillips of the home; daughter, Meagan Phillips of the home; Errica's Mom and Dad, David & Sheila Davis of Pocola, OK; parents in law, Bob & Glenda Sisson of Wister, OK; 3 brothers, Joe Davis of Sand Springs, OK, Darrell Davis of Santa Fe,TX, Wesley Davis of Heavener, OK; sister & brother in law, Jessica & Billy Shane Cripps of Wister, OK; paternal grandmother, Ovella Russell of Haltom City, TX; paternal grandmother, Carol Davis of Ramona, CA; brothers in law and sisters in law, David & Mary Langston of Madill, OK, Tammy & Wally Lambert of Oklahoma City, OK, Teresa & Earl Seagraves of Spiro, OK; Diane & Kevin Yarbrough of Greenbriar, AR, Russell Broussard of Howe, OK, Bobby & Jennifer Sisson of South Carolina, Brian Sisson of South Carolina; special aunt and uncle, Chick & Elaine Midgley of Poteau, OK; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services 2 pm, Saturday, October 31, 2009 at Mt. View/Glendale Baptist Church, Glendale/Wister, OK with Rev. Jack Covey and Rev. PJ Atkinson officiating. Interment following in Glendale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mitch Sampson, Cott Shadwick, Russell Broussard, George Midgley, Lance Midgley & Cody Shipman. Honorary Pallbearers will be Julian Migues and Lewis Lynch. The family will be at the funeral home from 6-8 pm Friday evening to visit with relatives & friends.

Jimmie Charles Martin

Jimmie Charles Martin, 67, of Shady Point, OK passed away Thursday, October 22, 2009 in Shady Point, OK. He was born in Buck Creek (Panama), Oklahoma on December 10, 1941, to Otto & Mary (Wiles) Martin. Jimmie attended Barber School. After getting out of high school he joined the Army then worked on the pipeline for 18 years as an x-ray technician before becoming a swine farmer. Jimmie loved playing music, hunting, fishing, cooking & gardening. He was known for his great fudge. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant son and an infant daughter. Survivors include his wife, Linnie Martin of the home; son, Michael Martin of Shady Point, OK, daughter, Miranda Martin of Shady Point, OK, brothers & sister in law, Jack & Billie Martin of Shady Point, OK, James Martin of Panama, OK; sisters and brothers in law, Joyce & Bill Minnis of Fort Smith, AR, Donna Kendrick of Poteau, OK, Linda & Robert Brown of Poteau, OK; numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 10 am, Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories - Poteau, OK with Rev. Junior Phillips officiating. Interment following in Fairview Cemetery, Panama, OK. Pallbearers will be Michael, Jack & James Martin, Leon, Clifford & Fred Midgley. Honorary Pallbearers: David Martin & Joe Claborn.

Robert Allen Walker

Robert Allen Walker, 50, of Cameron, OK passed away Thursday, October 22, 2009 in Fort Smith, AR. Robert was born December 27, 1958 in Fort Chaffee, AR to W.T. & Sue Carol (Allen) Walker. Robert was a truck driver. He loved to fish and play on the computer. Survivors include his wife, Janell K. Walker of the home; son, Robert Allen Walker Jr of Gaithersburg, MD.; mother, Sue Grosskopf; 2 sisters, Susan Michelle Hoffman of Gaithersburg, Maryland & Margaret Faye Walker of Greenwood, Delaware; brother, James Walker of Branden, Florida; stepchildren, Lisa McCarty of Perry, OK, Billy Vincent of Spiro, OK, & Tyrell Bryan of the home; 4 Grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Memorial services were held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with the Reverend Keith Stevens officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Harold W. Wood

Harold W. Wood, 73, of Alma, AR, formerly of Shady Point, OK , passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2009in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Harold was born on May 6, 1936 to Dan & Anna Mary George. He was a school teacher for 30+ years at Alma before his retirement. Harold’s parents precede him in death. Harold is survived by special friends, Jackie Harris of Panama, OK; Ron Pschier of Fort Smith, AR, & Jerry Oliver of Alma, AR; numerous cousins, other relatives, loved ones, & many beloved friends. Funeral services for Harold were held at 1:00 pm Monday, October 26, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with the Reverend Phil McGehee officiating. Interment followed the services in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Mark Center, James Jones, & Eugene Harris. Honorary pallbearers were Jackie Harris, Ron Pschier, & Jerry Oliver.

Kenneth James Clark

Kenneth James Clark, 64, of Bokoshe, OK passed away Monday, October 19, 2009 in Spiro, OK. Kenneth was born April 6, 1945 in Bolivar, PA to Lawrence W. & Ruth (Brett) Clark. Kenneth was a coal miner where he served as a foreman for over thirty years. Prior to his mining experience he worked for Ford Motor Co. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Phyllis Crusan; brother, Samuel Clark; and son in law, Kenneth Orton. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn Clark of the home; 4 children, Michelle & Raymond Mazzaferro of Hurrican, WV, Kenneth Allan Clark of Blairsville, PA, Tammy Orton of Bokoshe, OK, Shawn & Kisha Clark of Ft. Smith, AR; 6 grandchildren, Brandon Mazzaferro, Ryan Mazzaferro, Andrea Mazzaferro, Jessica Orton, Nathan Orton, Gabrielle Clark; great granddaughter, Haylee Mazzaferro; brother, Harry Clark of PA, sister, Virginia Stewart of PA, stepsister, Florence Jervis of PA. Services will be held 10 am, Friday, October 23, 2009 in Immaculate Conception Chatholic Church in Poteau with Father Don Tranel officiating.

Jo Anne Jones

Jo Anne Jones, 81, of Wister, Oklahoma passed away on Monday, October 19, 2009 in Wister, OK. Jo Anne was born on April 29, 1928 in Purcell, Oklahoma to Frederick & Ethel (Beaver) Jones. She was a veteran of the US Navy and was a Medicare Fraud Specialist for DHS until her retirement. She was preceded in death by her parents, her paternal grandparents George & Mary Van Antwerp Jones & her paternal grandparents, Austin & Mary Gilfelten Beaver. Jo Anne is survived by a special friend, Susanna Davis of Wister, OK; numerous cousins, other relatives & loved ones and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Jo Anne were held at 10:00 am Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with the Reverend Ed Cunningham officiating. Interment was on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 2:00 pm at Hillside Cemetery in Purcell, Oklahoma with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Wanda M. Austin

Wanda M. Austin, 80, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away Friday, October 16, 2009 in Poteau. She was born in Poteau on March 12, 1929 to Guy T. & Ida (Porter) Brown. Mrs. Austin was a member of the First Christian Church in Poteau. She was a devoted wife and mother who spent time taking care of Brian. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.C. Austin and her parents. Survivors include her son, Brian Keith Austin of Poteau, OK; 5 sisters, Juanita Peters of Poteau, OK, Anna Creamer of Sapulpa, OK, Ida Reed of Poteau, OK, Mary Powledge of Granbury, TX, & Nancy Montoya of Sapulpa, OK; 2 brothers, James R. Brown of Dallas, TX and Guy L. "Buddy" Brownof Poteau, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 2 pm, Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at the First Christian Church in Poteau with the Rev. Dennis Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK with pallbearers Marc Bovos, Paul Saneman, Ron Hall and Sam Gentry. The family will visit with friends and family on Monday evening from 6-8 pm at the funeral home.

Gary Edwin Morseth

Gary Edwin Morseth, 59, of Bokoshe, OK passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2009 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Gary was born on November 17, 1949 in St. Paul, MN. He was a veteran of the US Army and an auto mechanic. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Heather Nicole Morseth; 2 brothers; 1 sister, & his parents, Bennie Edwin & Melvina (Ronning) Morseth. Gary is survived by his wife, Laura Lea Morseth (Jewell Pauline Flaherty); 2 daughters & sons in law Jewell Pauline & Jeffrey Lynn Birchfield of Wister, OK & Tiffany Marie & Lane Hicks of Cameron, OK; 5 grandchildren, Mason Morseth, Vanessa Cheyanne Valhalla Morseth, Autumn Champagne Birchfield, Hannah Carolea Hicks, & Jacob Faye Birchfield; 3 sisters & brothers Linda & Ed Leehe of Wisconsin, Lila Morrell of New York, & Jeannie & Larry Chesney of Minnesota; biological mother Olga Holden of Wisconsin; a son Shawn Paul Morseth of Oregon; numerous other relatives & loved ones & many beloved friends. Graveside services for Gary were held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Interment followed the services with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK.

KATHERINE SCOTT HUGHEY

Katherine Scott Hughey, 98, of Dewey, OK (formerly of Poteau, OK) passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2009 in Dewey. Katherine was born September 23, 1911 in Cameron, OK to Walter & Ella (Hill) Scott). Her parents and 6 siblings preceded her in death. Katherine was a member of the First Baptist Church in Poteau, OK. She retired from teaching school after 36 years. Survivors include her husband, Ira Hughey of Dewey, OK; daughter & son in law, Kay Hughey Riling and Gene Riling of Bartlesville, OK, son and daughter in law, Ronald Edward & Carol Hughey of Montoursville, PA; 4 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services held 2 pm, Monday, October 12, 2009 at First Baptist Church, Poteau, OK with Rev. Phil McGehee officiating. Interment following in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK. Pallbearers Sam Abbott, Waylon Groom, Joe Smith, Don Chitwood, Jim Mixon, and Flip Wilson. Honorary pallbearers F.L. Holton and Odean Nichols.

Thomas Jacob Worley III

Thomas J. Worley III, 57 of Shady Point Ok passed away Tuesday Oct. 6, 2009. He was born Nov. 12, 1951 in Camp Crowder, Missouri to Thomas Jacob Worley Jr. and Hannah Edith Worley. The family settled first in Norman, OK (where his father attended the University of Oklahoma) and then to Oklahoma City in 1953 eventually having two younger sons. Tom graduated from Capitol Hill High School where he discovered a life-long passion for music regularly performing in choral groups and church choirs throughout his life. He was blessed by the birth of his daughter Rebecca Ruth Worley on Aug. 7, 1971. Tom met Kathryn Lynn Hood in Nov. 1977 and they married on Nov. 17, 1979 residing in Oklahoma City until 1993 then moving to Shady Point, OK, becoming proud members of the First Christian Church in Poteau and Tom joined the church choir. Tom shared Kathy’s love of dogs, together breeding and showing award winning white German Shepherds. Tom worked 28 years for AT&T as a Communication Service Tech until retirement in 2006. Following retirement from AT&T he was employed by Exterran, and Service Compression. Tom was a fervent sports fan and especially passionate about OU Football with his earliest memories those of witnessing the Sooners record 47 game winning streak from 1953 to 1957. Being an avid classic car enthusiast, he enjoyed building, owning and showing various 70’s model muscle cars. The most important part of Tom’s life was his devotion to and enjoyment of his cherished family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father Thomas Jacob Worley Jr. and survived by beloved wife, Kathryn (Hood)Worley of Shady Point; treasured daughter, Rebecca (Worley)Elrod of OKC; mother, Hannah Worley of OKC; brothers, John Worley & wife Sherry of Princeton, TX, William Worley & wife Erin of Yukon, OK; Granddaughters, Tara Elrod and Heaven Elrod of OKC, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family including John & Barbara (Hood)Garrard, Ralph & Debbie Hood, Bobby & Laura Anderson and Rick & Jamie Johnston. The Worley’s will greet friends and family Friday evening from 6-8:00pm at Evans & Miller Funeral Homes - 411 Dewey – Poteau, OK. Services will be held Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009 at 2:00pm at First Christian Church – 208 N. Witte – Poteau, OK. Interment will be Monday, Oct. 12, 2009 at 11:00am in Resthaven Memorial Gardens in Oklahoma City.

Joey Kelly

Joey Kelly of Fort Smith, Arkansas entered into rest on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Joey was born in Williams, Oklahoma to Harold & Betty (Darneal) Kelly. He was a member of Cavanaugh Free Will Baptist Church and was maintenance manager at Rheem Manufacturing where he retired after 33 years. Joey’s father, Harold Kelly & a brother, Glenn Kelly preceded him in death. Joey is survived by his wife, Kay Kelly of the home; a daughter & son in law, Kristi & Dave Hill of Fort Smith, AR; a granddaughter, Ashlee; his mother, Betty Detamore of Spiro, OK; a sister, Susie Kelly of Spiro, OK; special nieces & nephews, Kellie, Susan, , Jackie, Shauna, Karen, Rita, Katherine, Brandon, Marty & Mark; numerous other relatives & loved ones & many beloved friends. Funeral services for Joey were held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 26, 2009 at Evans Memorial Chapel in Pocola, Oklahoma with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Interment followed the services at Greenhill Cemetery in Cameron, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Pocola, Oklahoma. Pallbearers were Harry Killian, Scott Killian, Michael Killian, Douglas Killian, Jerry Murray, & Allan Jackson.

John "Pete" Richardson

John Pete Richardson, 61, of Pocola, Oklahoma passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2009 in Pocola, OK. Pete was born on January 15, 1948 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Owen & Sylvia (Thomas) Richardson. Pete served for 6 years in the US Marine Corps, leaving as an E-5 Sgt. . He was an auto repairer/ rebuilder. Pete is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Larry Don Richardson. Pete is survived by his wife, Sandra Tippitt of the home; a son, Eric Richardson of Ontario, CA; 2 daughters, Gina Conyers of Huntington Beach, CA & Amy Schmidt of Rialto, CA; 5 grandchildren, Taylor, Kiera, Alex, Dylan, & Joshua; 2 step grandchildren, Brandon Schmidt & Lauren Schmidt; 2 brothers, Barry Richardson of Hackett, AR & Bill Richardson of Spiro, OK; a sister, Janet Grahl of Fort Smith, AR; numerous other relatives and loved ones and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Pete were held at 11:00 am Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at Evans Memorial Chapel in Pocola, OK with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Interment followed the services at 1:00 pm at Fort Smith National Cemetery in Fort Smith, AR with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Pocola, OK

Patsy Lee Wolfe

Patsy Lee Wolfe, 66, of Poteau, OK passed away Sunday, September 20, 2009 in Poteau. Patsy was born in Poteau on July 6, 1943, to William & Claircy Clark. She was a nurse's aide. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infant brother. Survivors include her daughter, Patti Wilson of Statum, GA; sons, Michael Seymour of Cameron, OK and Johnny Seymour of Van Buren, AR; 4 sisters, Mary Jones of Greenwood, AR, Jane Caldwell and Sherry Ford of Poteau, OK and Frankie Humphries of Cameron, OK; 1 brother, James Clark of Keota, OK; grandchildren, Michael William Seymour, Montoya D. Seymour, Mason Lee Seymour, Claircy, Tristan and Stephanie numerous nieces and nephews other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be hel 2 pm, Tuesday, September 22, 2009 in Evans Chapel of Memories, Poteau, OK with the Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow in Greenhill Cemetery in Cameron, OK. Pallbearers will be Billy Humphries, Timothy Humphries, Jerry Humphries, Jason Clark, Michael Seymour and Mason Seymour.

FORREST L. SHANKLE

Forrest L. Shankle, 56, of Poteau, OK passed away Friday, September 11, 2009 in Poteau. He was born July 2, 1953 in Poteau, OK to Paul & Derotha Shankle who preceded him in death. He was also preceded by brother, Gary Shankle. Forrest was the CEO of Select Homes Inc.. Survivors include his wife Jean-Anne of the home; son & daughter in law, Jay Shankle & Jennifer Boman of Poteau, OK; daughter, Devin Shipman and Sean Covey of Monroe, OK; stepson, Lance Owen of Tulsa, OK; grandchildren, Brooklyn Shipman of Monroe, OK, Jadyn Boman of Poteau, OK, Andruw Covey of Monroe, OK, Jaxyn Shankle of Poteau, OK, McKenna Covey of Howe, OK; brothers, Robert & wife, Connie Shankle of Monroe, OK, Dennis Shankle of Monroe, OK; nieces & nephews, Kim Smahay (husband Jerry) of Collierville, TN, Katie Pierce of Poteau, OK, Trevor & Kayleigh Shankle of Monroe, OK; brothers and sisters in law, Bill & Brenda Pierce of Poteau, OK, Linda & Gary Winton of Cookson, OK; mother and father in law, Bill J. & Louise Pierce; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services 4 pm, Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Rev. Phil McGehee officiating. The family will visit with friends and relatives after the service from 4:30 - 6:30 at Glenn Thompson's Hangar at Poteau Airport.

Charles David Beam

Charles David Beam, 70, of Bokoshe, OK passed away Thursday, September 10, 2009 in Bokoshe. Charles was born in Fort Smith, AR on February 3, 1939, to Closan & Helen (Cox) Beam. He was retired from Baldor. He loved to hunt, fish, pull practical jokes & pranks. He loved his family, kids, grand & great grandkids. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Bessie Moore, his father, brother, Lewis Beam and granddaughter, Talisha Beam. He was a veteran of the US Navy. Survivors include his wife Shirley of the home; 3 daughters & sons in law, Connie & Lee Hilton, Tammy Beam, & Wendy & Ron Darneal all of Bokoshe, OK; sons & daughters in law, Daniel & Tonia Beam, David & Marcela Beam of Bokoshe, OK, Gary & Sarah Beam of Cushing, OK; 20 Grandchildren, 2 Step Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren, 5 Step Great Grandchildren; mother, Helen Cox, Brothers, Johnnie Beam, Eugene Beam, Jimmy Beam of Pocola, OK, sisters, Virginia Burr of Bakersfield, CA, Helen Marie Halbrook of Trinity, AL; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were held 2 pm, Tuesday, September 15, 2009 in Evans Chapel of Memories- Poteau, OK with Rev. Steve Adams officiating. Interment followed in Beam Family Cemetery, Bokoshe, OK. Pallbearers were James Moss, Keith Beam, Mike Beam, Robert Gillooley, Mike Gillooley, & Thomas Gillooley. Honorary pallbearers were his grandchildren and Jeff Lovell. Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, Oklahoma.

Jerry Nelson Jenson

Jerry Nelson Jenson, 76, of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2009 in Houston, TX. Jerry was the son of Hansford & Lela (Vann) Jenson. He was raised in the Pleasant Valley area and graduated from Poteau High School in 1949. He attended Poteau Junior College and joined the Oklahoma Army National Guard. As a part of the 45th Infantry, he was deployed to Korea in 1951 as a sergeant and received a battlefield commission as a Lieutenant. He was awarded three purple hearts. Upon return from Korea, Jerry graduated from Abilene Christian University and married the former Patsy Stephens of Temple, Texas. They had six children. He returned for a short time to Poteau where he helped operate his parents' furniture business. In 1956, Jerry joined the predecessor organization of the Drug Enforcement Administration. He was first stationed in San Antonio, TX, but was soon transferred to New York City. For the next 25 years, with short stints at the New York State Crime Commission and the Federal Highways Dept., Jerry served the DEA in positions ranging from a Special Agent investigating drug cases on the streets of New York City to the Deputy Administrator of the agency in Washington, DC. He served as the Regional Director in New Orleans, Chicago, and Los Angeles and as the Director of Training at the DEA training facility in Brunswick, GA. Jerry moved to Jacksonville, FL in 1984. Until retirement he worked as an investigator for the state of Florida. He married the former Susan Mole in 1988 and they have one son, Andrew Jenson. In 2001, Jerry, Susan and Andrew moved to Poteau. Jerry was a member of the First Christian Church, the Poteau Kiwanis Club, Poteau Main Street Matters, and served on the Board of Directors of the Poteau Chamber of Commerce. Through his adult life, Jerry was a member of several veterans organizations including the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion. He was a lifetime member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Jerry N. Nelson Jr. Jerry is survived by his wife, Susan, six children, 10 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Nora Faye Lum, her husband Tommy Lum and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jerry's children are: Sheree Crowell & Bill of Longmont CO and children Danielle and Carlos Marin and Hailey; Melissa Jenson and Michael Kenny of Los Angeles and children Jeffery and Thomas; Leslie & Tony Zeppieri of Carson City, NV and son Anthony Jr.; Jeffery & Aracely Jenson of Los Angeles, CA and children Brian, Leslie; and Michael; Judith Jenson of Brunswick, AR and children Stephanie and Ashley; and Andrew Jenson of Wister. Funeral services will be held at the First Christian Church of Poteau on Monday, September 14 at 10 am, with Rev. Dennis Jones and Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Pallbearers will be Jeff Shockley, Jim Akagi, Randy Lum, B.J. Smith, Charlie Horsely and Randy Bridgman.

Gail D. Williams

Gail D. Williams, 51, of Pocola, OK passed away Monday, September 7, 2009 in Fort Smith, AR. Gail was born August 15, 1958 in Sacramento, CA to Duane & Linda Rose (Woods) Colwell. She worked at Bost Center for Human Development. Survivors include her husband James “Buster” Williams of the home; daughter, Jenifer D. Proffitt Grantham of Ft. Smith, AR; son, James Robbie Williams of Ft. Smith, AR; 4 Grandchildren, Sierra, Erin, Randy & Faith; sister, Jacqueline Brunger of Atwater, CA; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services were held 11 am, Friday, September 11, 2009 at the Ft. Smith National Cemetery, Ft, Smith, AR with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment followed. Pallbearers were Bobby Williams Jr., Jimmy Dale Williams, Andrew Plowman, Chris Salmons, Tony Williams Jr., Johnathan Bowen & Larry Williams. Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Pocola, Oklahoma

Addie Edna Collier

Addie Collier, 73, of Poteau, OK passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2009 in Ft. Smith, AR. Addie was born October 9, 1935 in Hatfield, AR to James T. & Edna (Minor) Slote. She was a homemaker; of the Assembly of God faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Buford and her parents. Survivors include her daughters and son in law, Lynn Collier of Las Vegas, NV, Lisa & Mick Jordan of Ft. Smith, AR; Sons, Buddy Collier of Las Vegas, NV, David Collier of Poteau, OK, sister, Linda Burns of Van Buren, AR; 7 Granddaughters, 1 step granddaughter, 1 step grandson; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services: 10 am, Saturday, September 12, 2009 at the Oakland Cemetery Pavilion in Poteau, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment following in Oakland Cemetery.

Dusty Nichole Loggains

Dusty Nichole Loggains, 36, of Poteau, OK passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2009 in Hodgen, Oklahoma. Dusty was born on April 20, 1973 in Shreveport, LA to Tommy Ray & Sherry (Lessor) Haynes. She was a home health worker. Dusty’s grandparents, Farris & Frances Haynes preceded her in death. Dusty is survived by her husband, Todd Loggains of the home; 2 daughters, Amber Bandy & Ashlee Bandy of Poteau, OK; stepdaughter, Melissa Brooke Loggains of Poteau, OK; her father, Tommy Ray Haynes of Heavener, OK; her mother, Sherry Lucas of Abrams, WI; her brother, Rusty Haynes of Heavener, OK; a nephew, Eric Haynes of Heavener, OK; her father in law & mother in law, Travis & Faye Loggains of Poteau, OK; numerous other relatives & loved ones & many beloved friends. Graveside services for Dusty were held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Vaughn Cemetery in Gilmore, OK with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Interment followed the services with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Lance Hart, Justin Montez, Bobby Fields, R.J. Smith, Stephen Bandy, Lee Roy Bandy, & Brandon Mathews.

Alford Steve Nichols

Alford “Steve” Nichols, 60, of Poteau, OK passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2009. Steve was born on November 21, 1948 in Albion, OK to Edward & Mozelle (Spicer) Nichols. Steve was an auto mechanic. He worked for Spider Webb for 20 years. He loved working on cars & helping everyone with their car problems. Steve was preceded in death by his father; his stepfather, Lester Hicks Marshall; & 2 brothers, Geary Marshall & James Marshall. Steve is survived by his wife Alberta Nichols of the home; 2 sons & a daughter in law, Jason Nichols & Louis & Marina Nichols, all of Poteau; a granddaughter, Jasmine Nichols of Tulsa, OK; his mother, Mozelle Marshall of Poteau, OK; 5 brothers, Dewayne Nichols of California, Troy Nichols of Sperry, OK, Lester Marshall of North Carolina, Freddie Marshall of South Carolina, & Raymond Marshall of Alabama; numerous other relatives & loved ones and many beloved friends. Memorial services for Steve were held at 10:00 am Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Honorary pallbearers were Joe Hancock, Jared Dewitt, James Dale McAlester, & Wade Burlew. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK.

Dusty Nichole Loggains

Dusty Nichole Loggains, 36, of Poteau, OK passed away Thusday - September 3, 2009 in Hodgen, OK. Dusty was born April 20, 1973 in Shreveport, LA to Tommy Ray & Sherry (Lessor) Haynes. She worked for Home Health. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Farris & Frances Haynes. Survivors include her husband, Todd Loggains of the home; 2 daughters, Amber Bandy of Poteau, OK and Ashlee Bandy of Poteau, OK; 1 brother, Rusty Haynes of Heavener, OK; nephew, Eric Haynes of Heavener, OK; father, Tommy Ray Haynes of Heavener, OK; mother Sherry Lucas of Abrams, Wisconsin; stepdaughter, Melissa Brooke Loggains of Poteau, OK; father in law and mother in law, Travis and Faye Loggains of Poteau, OK; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be held 2 pm, Wednesday, September 9, 2009 graveside at Vaughn Cemetery in Monroe, OK with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Interment will follow. Pallbearers will be Lance Hart, Travis Loggains, Justin Montez, R.J. Smith, Stephen Bandy and Lee Roy Bandy.

Elmer Edward Emmert

Elmer Edward Emmert, 87, of Poteau, OK passed away Thursday, September 3, 2009 in Poteau. He was born in Fort Smith, AR to John B. & Minnie (Stock) Emmert. Elmer was a member of Double Branch Baptist Church. He worked for Coca Cola Bottling Company. He loved to do ceramics and paint pigs and dwarfs. Elmer was preceded in death by his son, Frank Emmert. Survivors include his wife, Linda Roam Emmert of the home; brother and sister in law, Arthur "Chubby" & Lee Roa Emmert of Rudy, AR; niece Leotta Ponder and nephews, Jeremy Emmert, Charles "Chuck" Emmert and Harry Aldinger. Services will be 2 pm, Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at Oakland Cemetery Pavilion, Poteau, OK with Rev. Sonny Daniels, Lynn Bullard and Steven Billy officiating. Interment following with members of DAV # 63 serving as pallbearers.

Alford "Steve" Nichols

Steve Nichols, 60, of Poteau, OK passed away Saturday, September 5, 2009 in Poteau. Steve was born in Albion, OK on November 21, 1948 to Edward & Mozelle (Spicer) Nichols. He was preceded in death by his father; stepfather, Lester Hicks Marshall and brothers, Geary Marshall & James Marshall. Steve worked as an auto mechanic for Spider Webb Motors for some 20 years. He loved to work on cars and help everyone with their car problems. Survivors include his wife, Alberta Nichols of the home; 2 sons, Jason Nichols of Poteau, OK;Louis and Marina Nichols of Poteau, OK; granddaughter, Jasmine Nichols of Tulsa, OK; mother, Mozelle Marshall of Poteau, OK; 5 brothers, Dewayne Nichols of California, Troy Nichols of Sperry, OK, Lester Marshall of North Carolina, Freddie Marshall of South Carolina, Raymond Marshall of Alabama; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 10 am, Wednesday - September 9, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau with Rev. Jim Cook officiating. Pallbearers will be Joe Hancock, Jared DeWitt, James Dale McAlester, & Wade Burlew.

Peggy Ann Taylor Gilmore

Peggy Ann (Taylor) Gilmore of Tahlequah, OK passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2009 in Tulsa, OK. Peggy was born on September 20, 1938 in El Reno, OK to Robert L. “Sarge” & Cleoria M. (Eason) Taylor. She was a retired military wife, a wonderful, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, & friend. She loved spending time with all her family and friends. Peggy is preceded in death by her husband, her parents, a stepmother, and a number of siblings. Peggy is survived by 3 daughters & sons in law, Lugrace & Ihab Shalabi of Tahlequah, OK; Tresma & Bill Scullawi of Salina, OK, & Tarina & James Pace of Tulsa, OK; a son Ronald Lee Stephen Gilmore & his partner Steve Buscemi of Los Angeles, CA; 8 grandchildren, Ronald Parris, Cleoria Parris, Casandra Gilmore, Shelby Scullawi, William Scullawi, Billy Scullawi, Patrick Pace, & Ariella Pace; 6 sisters, Ruby Mae Tupen of Sacramento, CA, Beverly Dearman of Sand Springs, OK, Janice Burton of Poway, CA, Aline Taylor Linson of Panama, OK, Tressa Taylor Moore of Pocola, OK & Mary Taylor of Panama, OK; 3 brothers, Robert C. Taylor & Harry Taylor of Panama, OK & Charles Taylor of Pocola, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Peggy were held at 10:00 am, Monday, September 7, 2009 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, OK with Mikal Parris officiating. Interment followed the services in Oakland Cemetery Poteau, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Ihab Shalabi, Bill Scullawi, James Pace, Ronn Parris, Daniel Taylor, & Steve Buscemi.

Ellis Wayne Short

Ellis Wayne Short, 67, of Poteau, OK passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 at his home in Poteau, Oklahoma. Wayne was born on July 26, 1942 in Ranger, TX to Henry Thurman & Alma Lucille (Payne) Short. He attended Church of God 7th Day in Wister, OK & was an architectural designer, designing many homes & offices in Tulsa, Poteau, and around the country before retiring in 2007. He was a charter member and the first president of Oklahoma Institute of Building Design. Wayne also loved ministering to people, especially to children. He founded New Life Ministries & New Life Publications, offering gospel literature at no charge or at printing cost. He wrote several booklets, treatises, and tracts, including “In Defense of the KJV.” His parents & a daughter, Elizabeth Montgomery precedes Wayne in death. Wayne is survived by his wife, Janet (Troxell) Short of the home; 2 sons, Clifford A. Short of Tahlequah, OK & William P. Short of Tulsa, OK; 2 daughters, Rebecca V. Wright & Sharla Maben, both of Tahlequah, OK; a stepdaughter & son in law, Laura & Patrick Ng; 22 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, 2 sisters, Belinda Filkins of Connecticut & Fayla Gooch of Oklahoma City, OK; a brother, Stanley A. Short of Glenpool, OK; numerous other relatives & loved ones and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Wayne were held at 2:00 pm Monday, September 7, 2009 at Church of God 7th day in Wister, OK with Elder Chip Hinds officiating. Interment followed the services in Oakland Cemetery, Poteau, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, OK. Pallbearers were Hank Wright, Jesse Merchant, Richard Baker, Keith Bynum, Axel Valle, & Scot Knight. Honorary pallbearers were Lee Thompson, Chuck Evans & Billy Woodral.

Bobby Wayne Needham

Bobby Wayne Needham, 66, of Pocola, OK passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Bobby was born on December 13, 1942 in Greenwood, Arkansas to Charles William “Bill” & Alice (Berry) Needham. He was a self employed auto paint and body man. His father preceded him in death. Bobby is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Anna Marie Needham of the home; 2 sons & daughter in law, Larry Needham & George W. & Amy Needham, all of Pocola, OK; his mother, Alice Needham of Pocola, OK; 2 brothers & sisters in law, Charles & Linda Needham of Fort Smith, AR & Bud & Ruby Needham of Pocola, OK; a sister in law, Lorene Petit of Bunch, OK; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & loved ones and many beloved friends. Funeral services for Bobby were held at 2:00 pm Saturday, September 5, 2009 at Evans Memorial Chapel in Pocola, OK with Reverend Clifford Myers officiating. Interment followed the services in Macedonia Cemetery, Pocola, OK with arrangements under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Pocola, OK. Pallbearers were Dusty Cox, Jimmy Cox, Welton Brown, Manuel Braiser, Genaro Cabrera, Ron England, Allen Berryhill, Don Wilkinson, & Ray Rivera.

Ella Jane Reaves

Ella Jane Reaves, 67, of Pocola, Oklahoma passed from this life to Heaven after a long, courageous fight with cancer. She was born on October 28, 1941 in Pocola, OK to P.W. & Francis (Cruson) Gray. Ella Jane was an elementary school teacher, beginning her career in education at Jefferson Davis Elementary in Oklahoma City in 1962, taught at Raymond F. Orr in Fort Smith, AR & retired from Poteau Elementary in 2003. She was a member of Pocola United Methodist Church. Ella Jane will be remembered for her elegant, classy style, her fun and witty humor, and most of all her deepest love and affection for her family. Her daily presence in their lives will be greatly missed. She will be remembered as a kind, loving wife, mother, daughter, Memee & friend. She was preceded in death by her father, PW Gray. Ella Jane is survived by her beloved husband, George Reaves of the home; a son & daughter in law, Britt & Jaymi Reaves of Pocola, OK; two grandchildren, Hayden & Alyssa Reaves, her mother Francis Gray, and many family members & friends. A celebration of Ella Jane’s life was held at 10:00 am Saturday, September 5, 2009 at Evans Memorial Chapel in Pocola, OK with the Reverend Jimmy D. Cook officiating. Arrangements were under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Pocola, OK.