Bruce Edward Grindstaff

Bruce Edward Grindstaff, 67, of Poteau, Oklahoma was born February 24, 1955 in Gallipolis, OH and passed from this life August 4, 2022 at Shady Point, Oklahoma. He married Diana Lynn Johnson Grindstaff on January 19, 1980 in Spencer, OK. They were blessed with one son, Christopher Edward Grindstaff.

Bruce was an Electrician by trade and held several licenses in the construction field in Oklahoma and Arkansas. Bruce retired from Fort Smith Public Schools, Ft. Smith, Arkansas where he was the Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds for 20 years.

Bruce was preceded in death by his beloved Son Christopher Grindstaff who he loved more than life itself. Parents Harry and Barbara Grindstaff. Parents-in-law Kenneth and Dorothy (Page) Johnson. Brother Todd Grindstaff and wife Paula. Brother-in-law William Lofthouse. Nephew Kenneth Lofthouse Grandparents D. A. and Mary Grindstaff, William and Josephine Craft.

Bruce is survived by his wife Diana of the home. Brother, Michael A. and wife Debbie of Edmond, OK. Sister Robin and husband John Ross of Mustang, OK. Sister-in-law Donna Lofthouse of Woodland, CA. Two special nephews, Michael B. Grindstaff and wife Tricia of Durango Co and Jeffery Grindstaff and wife Coleen of Edmond, OK. Two of the sweetest great nieces in the world, Lynnley Grindstaff and Abigail Grindstaff. Special Bonus Son and friend Matthew Davidson and wife Chelsea of Cleburne, TX who also blessed him with the title of Papa to Rivers and Madilyn Davidson. Uncle Don Grindstaff and wife Shirley of Minnesota. Aunt Renate Craft of Virginia. Pups Bristol, Gracie, and Coco. Also a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be to Boston Terrier and Short Nosed Rescue of Oklahoma.
PayPal at btrescueoklahoma@yahoo.com or mail to: 2500 SW 79th St. West  Muskogee, OK 74401.

Graveside services will be Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 11 a.m. with Jim Cook officiating. Interment will be at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, OK.

 

John Wayne Robertson

Private Service for John Wayne Robertson, 63 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at  a later date. Cremation is under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

He was born on January 27, 1959 in La Chapelle, France to Pearl R. (Durant) Bost and Eugene L. Robertson and passed away on August 5, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his father Eugene L. Robertson; mother Pearl R. Bost; stepfather, Bob Bost; brother, David Robertson; and very special companion Ann Caldwell.

Survivors include a son Kevin Robertson; a daughter, Amanda Ashley and husband Jimmy; sisters, Janet Bixler, Terrie Robbins, Sandra Menglekoch, and Pam Thomas; grandchildren, Halie Ashley, Ethan Ashley,Izabelle Ashley, Bryson Robertson, Peyton Robertson, and Mason Ashley; and a host of other loved ones and friends.

Royal Otis Pritt

 Private Service for Royal Otis Pritt, 76 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at a later date. Cremation  under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home

He was born on June 14, 1946 in Given, West Virginia to Kathleen (Smith) Pritt and Roy Pritt and passed away on August 5, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  He was married to Rose Mary (Cox) Pritt on 4-2-1966 in Columbus, Ohio. . was preceded in by his parents Roy and Kathleen Pritt.

Survivors include: his wife of 56 years Rose Pritt; a daughter, Sandy Horton and husband Joe; a son, Roy Pritt; a granddaughter, Rebakah Young; great grandchildren, Maverick Young and Jamison Young; brothers, Gary Pritt and Wayne Pritt and a host of friends and loved ones.

Reverend Ray L. Hood

 

Funeral Service for Reverend Ray L. Hood, 100 of Pocola, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Friday, August 5, 2022 at First Assembly of God in Muldrow, Oklahoma with Reverend Shawn Money officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home

Ray was born on May 27, 1922 in Panama, Oklahoma to Cora (Cummings) Hood and Columbus G. Hood and passed away on August 2, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 76 years, Pauline Hood; parents; brothers and sisters, Ivie Smith, Aurbie Willingham, Lester Hood, Omer Hood, Jonnie Hood, Dulice Browder, Lorena Bayne, Jimmie Hood. Ray was called into the ministry in 1954 and has served in the ministery for 68 years.

Survivors include: nephews, Bryan Grober, Colton Grober, Caelum Grober, Lucas Johnson; nieces, Chasidy Johnson and husband Dillon, Kenzlie Newby, Stacy Grober; sister in law, Pat Grober and husband Bill; numerous other relatives, and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Cody Jackson, Dylan Johnson, Devon Johnson, Edwin Ogdon, Ted Stamps, Keith Williams.

Visitation will be from 6-8pm Thursday at Evans and Miller Funeral Home, Pocola.

Trudy Mosblech

Funeral Service for Trudy Mosblech, 77 of Fayetteville, Arkansas will be at 2pm on Saturday, August 6, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Shady Point Cemetery in Shady Point, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Trudy was born on August 9, 1944 to Lucille (Prater) Cheely and Roland Baxter and passed away on July 31, 2022 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Mosblech; mother; son; Don E. Young; aunt, Doris Ripper; grandmother, Artrude Prater.

Survivors include: son, Keith Webb and husband Billy Ragan; brother, James N. Cheely; numerous other relatives, and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be James Cheely,  George Jones, Billy Ragan, Lance Templeton, Scott Edwards, Donald Beachel, Aaron Beckham, David Jelinek.

Visitation will be  Friday from 5-7pm.  

James Deaton

Funeral Service for James Deaton,  90 of Howe, OK will be at 2pm on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Howe Cemetery in Howe, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Celebration of life at Holiday Inn Express Poteau, OK after the services/burial. 201 Hillview Pkwy Poteau, OK 74953

James "Bob" Albert Deaton was born in Howe, Ok October 15, 1931. Bob passed away on July 25, 2022 in Orange, CA. He is survived by Edward & Elena Deaton and granddaughter Inessa Rose Deaton. Bob will be joining wife Virginia Rose and son Robert Jones in Howe and son James Jr in eternity.  Bob served honorably for 22 years in the United states Navy retiring in 1972 as Chief Petty Officer and went on to work for Eaton Corporation before retiring to Eufaula, OK. Moving to San Antonio with Virginia Rose for her health reasons and after the deaths of his wife and son James, Bob moved to Orange, Ca to be with his granddaughter, Bob passed away in his sleep after a five-month battle with various ailments.

Loving caring husband, father, grandfather and a man who never turned his back on family or friends. Just a great guy!

He is loved and will be missed!

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Jimmy Lowe

Funeral Service for Jimmy Lowe, 85 of Wister, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma with Bryan Fouts officiating. Burial will follow at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home

He was born on April 2, 1937 in Wister, Oklahoma to Otis Minnie Lee McDonald and Harrison Lowe and passed away on July 29, 2022 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marcia Lowe; daughter-in-law, Dustie Lowe.

Survivors include: 4 children; daughter, Leanne Thompson and husband Jack; daughter, Gayle Barnard and husband Luke; son, James Lowe and wife Anna; son,Tracy Lowe; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; sister Shirley Johnston, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.  

Jimmy lived in California he retired, and moved back to Panama. He came from a big family of 10 children, 5 brothers, and 4 sisters. He was a Deacon for 30yrs, taught Sunday school, served on many church boards, and in the children orphanage for many years.  

Pallbearers will be James Donald Lowe, Mathew Lowe, Adam Eden, Michael Lowe, Seth Lowe, and Timothy Eden.

Honorary Pallbearers will be James Dale Lowe, Aiden Lowe, Eric Eden, Keith Thompson, Jonathan Thompson, and Christian Lowe.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 6-8pm.



 

Raft Evans

 Raft Evans, 58 of Pocola, Oklahoma. Cremation under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Raft was born on January 22, 1964 in Ojai, California to Rita Marie (Shilling) Evans and John Robert Evans and passed away on July 24, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He was preceded in death by his father, John Evans.

Survivors include: daughters, Kayleigh Skaggs, Tara Spangler-Evans, and Jessica Evans; mother Rita Marie Evans; grandchildren, Delilah Dixon, Kenleigh Dixon, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

Lilia Flores

On July 23, 2022, Lilia Flores passed away peacefully in her sleep at their home in Monroe, OK.  

Lilia is survived by her husband Florinio (Ronnie); her daughters Jennifer-Lynn Cauthen with husband Timothy and Jessica Jaymalin with husband Robert; her grandchildren Allen Cauthen, Shelby Ingle, Ashley Cauthen, Ariana Jaymalin, Alyssa Jaymalin and Andrew Jaymalin; great grandchildren, Tate Ingle, Cole Ingle, and Amelie Cauthen; her brothers Francisco Faustino, Jr. and Noel Faustino. She was preceded in death by her parents Francisco Sr. and Gregoria Faustino, and her brother Rolando Faustino.  

Lilia married her childhood sweetheart Ronnie on Christmas Eve in New York City. They were stationed in Honolulu before they welcomed their first daughter, Jennifer, in Pensacola, FL.  They welcomed their second daughter, Jessica, while they were stationed in Charleston, SC. She worked in cancer research at the Medical University South Carolina before they retired in the Philippines. 

Lilia loved traveling the world with her family. She enjoyed many adventures with Ronnie across the globe. When she wasn’t going on their trips, she was active in her church groups: Couples for Christ, Marriage Encounter, PREX (Parish Renewal Experience), CLAYE (Catholic Lay Evangelization) and their prayer meetings. Outside of serving in the church, she enjoyed playing card games and mahjong, as well as watching NBA games and tennis on TV. She had a daily devotion to the rosary, the chaplet of Divine Mercy and attending mass on EWTN. 

There will be no viewing. The interment will be at the Immaculate Conception Church Columbarium in Fort Smith, AR on Thursday, July 28th at 10am. In remembrance of Lilia’s life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to St. Jude’s Medical Research Hospital, in lieu of flowers.

 

Ovil Brand

Funeral Service for Ovil Brand, 81 of Monroe, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Howe Missionary Baptist in Howe, Oklahoma with Larry Stacey officiating. Burial will follow at Vaughn Cemetery in Gilmore, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home

Ovil was born on August 5, 1940 in Monroe, Oklahoma to Opal (Mays) Brand and Arvil Brand and passed away on July 24, 2022 in Howe, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mildred Faye Brand; one sister; one daughter, Kim Albert.

Survivors include: son, Mark and wife Kally Brand; 4 sisters; 3 brothers; 7 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Melford Brand, Edward Brand, Mark Brand, Keith Shelton, Elden Dugan, Bruce Lynch.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Justin Brand, Donald Crandall, Kenneth Thompson, Toney Riley.

Visitation will be Wednesday 6-8pm.   

Glenn "Poncho" Newburn

 Funeral Service for Glenn Edwin "Poncho" Newburn, 73 of Red Oak, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Monday, July 25, 2022 at Bethal Baptist Church in Wister, Oklahoma with Tracy Martin officiating. Burial will follow at Maxey Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Glenn Edwin “Poncho” Newburn was born on July 31, 1948 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Glen and Mary (Boyer) Newburn and passed from this life on July 15, 2022.

Poncho married Janice (Lyons) Newburn on August 27, 1968. Together they shared almost 54 years.

He loved history, genealogy, and arrowhead hunting. He was the Chaplain for the Sons of Confederate Veterans for the Poteau Chapter. He served as a deacon at the United Freewill Baptist Church in Red Oak.

Poncho’s welding career spanned over 43yrs starting in the shipyards in Port Arthur, Texas where he helped construct the famous “Zapata Ugland” one of the largest semi-submersible off shore drilling rig that was towed from Port Arthur, Texas to the North Sea; Aberdeen, Scotland.
He was an accomplished Christian song writer and won many awards finally competing at the 700 Club in Virginia Beach. Above all he loved his Lord and Savior and spent many hours in bible study and prayer. It was his main desire to be a friend and to reach others for Christ.

Glenn is survived by his wife Janice; son Joe Newburn and wife Stacy of Wilburton; 2 grandchildren, Aaron and Brenna Newburn of Red Oak; granddaughter Kodi Newburn of Wilburton; 2 great grandchildren, Denham Newburn, and Berklee Ogden; sister, Carolyn Fulsom and husband Walter; and very special mentor and friend in Christ, Bill Hardin; along with a host of family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.

Pallbearers, Rick Frazier, Ray Freeman, Jeremie Moore, Jerry Warren, Darrell Adams, Ronnie Wooten.

Honorary Pallbearers, Jim Waits, J.D. Delap, Bob Almon, Steve Goldsborough, Monte Brown, Howard Wilson, Choctaw Nation Dist #6 Armchair Volleyball team, Poteau Chapter of the Sons of Confederate Veterans.

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Ariel Lynn Cardenas

Funeral Service for Ariel Lynn Cardenas, 30 of Fort Smith, Arkansas will be at 2pm on Friday, July 22, 2022 at Church of Nazarene in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook, Marie Akins officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Ariel was born on January 14, 1992 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Crystal (Ward) Fout and Ricky Cardenas and passed away on July 16, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Jesse and Anna Mae Ward of Poteau, Oklahoma; aunt, Jeri Maler of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Ariel was learning the guitar and piano. She loved to paint and draw and make beautiful works of art. (Lots of Rainbows) She wanted every day to be an adventure and never was scared of a challenge. She never got enough of being with her friends or family, and taking on the phone for hours to anyone who wanted to share their life with her. She joined the healing tree and was going to help so many people as a clinical mental health counselor. She would always make new friends everywhere we went. Her bubbly personality and beautiful soul always made her the life of the party. Multiple times a day she would squeeze and kiss and love on her dog Abraham Maslow. She brought so much joy to everyone she ever met. She will never be forgotten and will always be in our hearts. - My love always Christopher

Ariel was a very loving and kind person beautiful inside and out she never knew a stranger even as a child. She has such a passion of life, and living it to the fullest. She enjoyed music, movies, outings, playing games and cards, swimming, kayaking, but mostly she enjoyed spending her time with her fiancé Chris, family, friends, and her beloved pup Maslow. She was a hard worker she achieved every goal she made for herself including a master’s degree in psychology (counseling), graduating with honors. Although her time here on earth was short, she touched so many lives and hearts. She will never be forgotten. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. She's in a better place now and we will most definitely see her again. -My love forever Mom and Dad

Survivors include: fiancé, Christopher Dorosh of Fort Smith, Arkansas; parents, Crystal and Donnie Fout of Poteau, Oklahoma, and Rick Cardenas of Elk City, Oklahoma sister, Felicia Eacret of Spiro, Oklahoma; brothers, Joshua Ray and wife Tiffany of Texarkana, Texas, and Vernon Ray of Mustang, Oklahoma; grandparents, Andrea Masterson of Galveston, Texas.

Pallbearers will be Tobey Henderson, Derrick Henderson, Gary Henderson, Clint Wann, Chris Scott, Jonathon Davis, Terrance Lee Richardson Jr., Jordan Small.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Andrew Wilson.

Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8pm.

 

Cherry Ann Patterson

Cherry Ann Patterson, 74 of Spiro, Oklahoma.  Cremation under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Cherry was born on December 24, 1947 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Virginia Mozell Gibson (Ashing) and John Allen Gibson and passed away on July 16, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Patterson; Virginia Meisenheimer, Debbie Kaler, Pat Frank Chuck, Dorothy Meisenheimer, Opal Ashing, Charlene J. Gaurd, Ashing Cathy Fleetwood; Cherry Loved animals and plants, she was a member of the Baptist Church and Assembly of God in Panama. Her favorite thing to do for fun was gambling with her sissy at the Casino!

Survivors include: daughter, Tonya Dawn; son, Gene Lee A.J.; sisters, Carol Phipps; brothers, John Gibson, and Walter Meisenheimer.



 

Gary Paul Goodwin

Gary Paul Goodwin, 75 of Poteau, Oklahoma. Cremation under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Gary was born on December 18, 1947 in  to Mary Frances (Kennedy) and Norman Goodwin and passed away on July 18, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.

Survivors include: wife, Linda Goodwin (Sommers).

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Margetta Rose Johnson

Graveside Service for Margetta Rosa Johnson, 90 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Ellis Chapel Cemetery  in Wister, Oklahoma with Pastor Guy Marley, officiating. Burial will follow at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Margetta Rose Johnson was born on March 22, 1932 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Rosa B. (Qualls) Casey
 and Daniel B. Casey and passed away on July 15, 2022 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Margetta was preceded in death by her husband Ernest James Johnson of 70 years, one son Michael Ray Johnson, mother Rosa Casey, father Daniel Casey, two brothers James Walter Casey and Harvey Benton Casey, as well as many friends and relatives.


Margetta is survived by her two sons Ernest James Johnson Jr. and wife Patricia of Edmond, Oklahoma, and Gary Wayne Johnson and wife Robin of Tulsa, Oklahoma, a daughter-in-law Janet Sue Johnson of Tulsa, Oklahoma, eight grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren and may friends and relatives.

Pallbearers will be William Pern, Gary Johnson Jr., Jon Matthews, Dennis Taylor, Chris Schrock, Joel Meanor, Jeff Smith.
 

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Donald Lee Woods

Memorial Service for Donald Lee Woods, 78 of Fort Smith, Arkansas will be at 2pm on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Old Bokoshe Cemetery in Bokoshe, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Donald was born on July 1, 1944 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to Roberta and Earl Woods and passed away on July 13, 2022 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sons, Jimmy Woods, and Marcus Luman.

Survivors include: wife, Deloris Woods; daughters, Robin Woods, Kimberly Cantrell and husband Jody, Lena Medlock and husband Bo; son, Robert Woods and wife Susan; sister, Lanita France and husband Ernest, brother, Larry Woods and wife Connie; grandchildren, Mason Medlock, Joshua, Christian and Alex Gregory, Wesley and Wyatt Woods; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Bo Medlock, Mason Medlock, Joe Howard, Edward Pryor,  Steven Asbill, and Jerrod Davidson.


Visitation will be Tuesday at 1pm prior to the service.

Anna Rene Earley

Funeral Service for Anna Rene Earley, 66 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Monday, July 18, 2022 at Southside Baptist in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Reed officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Anna was born on March 29, 1956 in Ventura, CA to Gordon and Billie Jo Williams and passed away on July 13, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wayne Earley; brother, Bill Williams, and longtime boyfriend, Lucian Gassaway. Anna was an LPN, a friend, attended church at Southside Baptist, she loved to spend time with friends laughing.

Survivors include: daughters, Samantha Crawford and husband Justin, Hope Schrader and husband John; sons, Matt Earley, Jody Earley, and Tony Earley; brother, Roger Williams; grandchildren, Audrey, Charley, Kayley and Ethan Crawford, Makayla and Macy Earley, Madison Brewster, Cherish Kuykendall, Ethan Estes, Blakely Brogdon, Lucy, Gracie, Emma, and Nora Earley, Tyler Earley; great grandchildren, Grayson, Hayden, and Emett.

Pallbearers will be Matt Earley, Heith Williams, Jody Earley, Scott Robinson, Larry Free, Todd Peters, Kannon Kuykendall.

Visitation will be Sunday from 2-4pm.


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Cheryl Morton

Memorial Service for Cheryl Morton, 65 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Monday, July 18, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma with Raymond Skelton officiating. Services under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Cheryl was born on June 30, 1957 in Dallas, Texas to Mary (Mahar) McGrew and Carthol McGrew and passed away on July 10, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Marlene (Lane) Moss; sisters, Regina and Debbie McGrew; sons, Kenneth Lee, and Michael Keeney.

Survivors include: daughters, Teresa Nixon, and Taunya Moss; sons, Kenny Moss Jr., Corky Moss, and Josh Moss; sisters, Teresa Johnson, and Sharon Dorsey; brothers, Dan McGrew, and Jimmy McGrew; 14 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild.

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Harold Wilson

A private service will be held at another date. Harold Wilson, 54 of Cameron, Oklahoma. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Harold was born on September 19, 1967 in Greenville, Texas to Linda Sue (Lovell) Niblett and Harold Dean Wilson Sr. and passed away on July 6, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Wilson Sr.; sisters, Ginger Wilson, and Shelly Wilson-Cobb.

Survivors include: mother and step dad, Linda Niblett, and husband James; brother, William Langdell Jr and wife Lisa; sister, Terry Niblet; son Chris Wilson; numerous other relatives and loved ones.


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Sarah Annette Jacinto

Funeral Service for Sarah Annette Jacinto, 35 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2 on Friday, July 8, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel  in Poteau, Oklahoma with Seneca Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Sarah was born on September 24, 1986 in Talihina, Oklahoma to Betty (Ludlow) and Melvin G. Melton and passed away on July 3, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by brother, Harrison Melton; uncle, Jerry Melton; grandparents, Martson Ludlow, Serena McKinney, Benjamin and Dorthy Melton. Sarah lived her life doing what she loved most and that was taking care of her family cooking for them, and for whoever else was hungry. She enjoyed going on rides with her daughter Jessenia and hanging out with friends. Sarah had the biggest and kindest heart toward anyone she met she was the kind of person who welcomed you into her home anytime anyone needed help or a place to stay. She never treated anyone like a stranger in her eyes you were family. She leaves behind a loving husband, three wonderful children tons of family and friends. Pisa-chi-li-ke Chi-hvllo-li    She will be greatly missed by all who met her and loved by so many. Until we meet again. I Love you.

Survivors include: husband, Francisco Jacinto Sr.; daughter, Jessenia Marie Jacinto; sons, Antonio Nashoba Iskintini; Jacinto Francisco Jacinto Jr.; sisters, Kristele James, Aricia James, Glenda James; 5 sister-in-laws; numerous nieces and great neices; brothers, Melvin Nita, Eskitini Melton and wife Vanessa Warren; 1 brother-in-law; numerous nephews and great nephews; parents, Betty Ludlow, Melvin G. Melton.

Pallbearers will be John, David, Justin Melton, Alejandro Torres, Gerardo Jiminez, Kelly Lewis, Melvin N.E. Melton, Summer Melton, Frank Johnson, Stephen Ludlow.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Melvin N.E. Melton, Alejandro Torres, Gerardo Jiminez, Summer Melton..

Visitation will be  Thursday from 6-8pm .  



 

James Craig Hogan

Memorial Service for James Craig Hogan will be at 2pm on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at the Monroe Community Center in Monroe, Oklahoma.

James Craig Hogan of Howe, Oklahoma, passed away July 5, 2022, at the age of 72. He was born to James Houston Hogan and Christine (Gourley) Hogan at Eufaula, Oklahoma on August 11, 1949.

James spent his childhood traveling the world with his parents, his father being in the Air Force they lived overseas in England before moving back to the states to live in Humbolt, TX, before finally settling in Hitchita, OK. He joined the Army at the age of 17 and proudly served his country for 22 years with 7 years spent in Vietnam. After multiple marriages he settled in Checotah, OK to raise his two sons, where he met his wife Sarah Burns. Creating a blended family of 5 children they relocated to Poteau, OK before finally moving to Howe to spend the rest of their lives together.

James loved coaching football and softball at the PARC. He was a Poteau Pirate Band Booster, driving the bus and enjoying the shows. Throughout the years many of his children, friends and loved ones would come through the door saying "Mom, Dad, I'm home". He welcomed these bonus children with open arms. He will be sorely missed.

He is survived by his wife Sarah Lynn Hogan; Daughters Cassandra Buck and husband Charles, and Marcella Arie; Sons Daniel Hogan and wife Patti, Eric Hogan and wife Kim, Frank Arie and wife Starla, 18 Grandchildren Talon Seth, Hayden, Bryson, Nakaya,  Shaylynn, Jared, Joshua, Jacob, Cody, Landon, and Fallon Hogan, Areli, Victor, and Gabi Reyes, Lilly Wagner, Briscoe, Legend, and Charlie Arie; Sister Jimmy Taylor; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Jeff and Carl David; and Grandson Stacie.


 

Jason Don Boman

 Memorial Service for Jason Don Boman, 50 of Wister, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Friday, July 8, 2022 at Ellis Chapel in Wister, Oklahoma with Terry Davis officiating. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Jason was born on January 25, 1972 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Judy Ann (Cripps) Lovett and William Ellis Boman and passed away on July 1, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary and Raymond Cripps of Wister, and Ben and Fay Boman of Talahina.

Survivors include: son, Canaan Boman of Durant; daughter, Elizabeth Grace Boman of Durant; mother, Judy and husband Mike Lovett of Wister; father, Bill Boman and wife Dianna; brothers, Michael Boman, Joshua Lovett; sister, Jennifer Williamson; step brother, Shawn Lovett and wife Wendy; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.


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Norris John Smith

 

Funeral Service for Norris John Smith will be at 10am on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at Faith Baptist in Watson, Oklahoma with Todd Webb, Ed Rogers officiating. Burial will follow at Octavia Cemetery in Octavia, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Norris John Smith of Octavia, Oklahoma, passed away July 3, 2022, at the age of 77. He was born to William J. Smith and Juanita Benton Smith at Idabel Oklahoma on March 14, 1945.
Norris John was a logger by trade. He worked in Colorado for many years, in addition to working in Oklahoma and Arkansas. Norris John Loved the Lord and attended faithfully as long as he was able. He served in the U.S. Army from 1967-1969 and was awarded the Purple Heart.

He is survived by brothers; Mark Smith and wife Cheryl of Octavia, Oklahoma, Luke Smith of Watson, Oklahoma, Niles Smith of Octavia, Oklahoma; sisters, Winona Rowland and husband Dudley of Mead, Oklahoma; sister-in-law, Katy Smith; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Joseph Smith.

Pallbearers will be Calvin Rowland, Levi Smith, Clint Smith, Dudley Rowland, Niles Smith, Luke Smith.

Helen Marie Marvel

Helen Marie Marvel, 84 of Rock Island, Oklahoma. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Helen was born on January 19, 1938 in Hackett, Arkansas to Lela (Hamilton) Peaslee and Aurthur Edwin Peaslee and passed away on June 30, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was married to Carol Layne Marvel on April 2, 1955 in Vallejo. California. She was preceded in death by her parents; and  husband Carol Marvel on March 8, 2015 in Poteau, Oklahoma.

Survivors include: sons, John Marvel, and Donald Marvel; brother, Charles Peaslee; grandson, John Marvel; granddaughter, Karen Marvel; great granddaughter, Kaylee Marvel.


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Shirley McDonald

Memorial Service for Shirley McDonald, 74 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at First Free Will Baptist Church in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Services under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Shirley was born on July 3, 1947 in Broken Bow, Oklahoma to Helen (Huchison) Tushka and Herman Tushka and passed away on June 27, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her parents; and grandson Derek. Shirley loved to play volleyball, and go fishing. She enjoyed watching Oklahoma Thunder basketball. But most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family, watching OU football and softball.

Survivors include: daughter, Anita and husband Evert Cunningham; son, Mike and Kimmy McDonald; sisters, Gloria Bachman, Janet Gustafson and husband Bob; brothers, Ronnie Tushka, and Byron Tushka; grandchildren, Krystal, Heather, Jonathan, Timothy, Joshua; great grandchildren, Derek, Skylar, Hunter, Autumn, Hadleigh, Rebel, Paisley, Leah, Brayden and Lena.; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.


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Douglas Dewayne Collins

Funeral Service for Douglas Dewayne Collins, 60 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Saturday, June 25, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at New Hope Cemetery in Spiro, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Doug was born on December 12, 1961 in Santa Paula, California to Gladys (Holloway) Collins and James Charles Collins and passed away on June 16, 2022 in Hot Springs, Arkansas.  He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Charles Collins; sisters, Kay Evans, and Mary Murray. Doug was a lifelong and avid OU fan and lover of hunting and fishing. One of Doug's favorite past times was spending time with numerous friends playing pool. Doug was so proud of and loved his daughters, and grandchildren. Sharing pictures and stories about them was a must. He was so proud of each of them.

Survivors include: the mother of his children, Linda Vise; daughters, Mandi Collins, and Brandi Prichard; brothers, James Collins, Ronnie Collins, and Donnie Collins; his beloved dog Star; grandchildren, Mali Nuss, Madisynn Prichard, and Colt Gish; great grandchild, Finley Summers; nieces and nephews, Shannon and Loretta Collins; great nephews, Brandon and Rexx Collins; numerous other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Shannon Collins, Brandon Collins, Greg King, Brian Rodgers, Shannon Burden, Billy Ray Cowett, Donnie Jones, Terry Vise, Mike McCroskey.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Rexx Collins.

Viewing will be Friday from 6-8pm.  

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William "Bill" Needham

 

Funeral Service for William "Bill" Needham, 77 of Pocola, Oklahoma will be at 11am on Friday, June 24, 2022 at Trinity Baptist Church in Pocola, Oklahoma with Brother Jeff Beshears, Brother Paul Walker officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery in Fort Smith, Arkansas under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Bill was born on January 29, 1945 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to Alice (Berry) Needham and Charles William Needham and passed away on June 19, 2022 in Pocola, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his parents, C.W. and Alice Needham; brothers, Charles and Bobby Needham; sons, Marshall Needham and Charley Houck; son in-law, Paul Lofts. Bill was a member of Trinity Baptist Church. Where he was a Sunday School teacher for the boys class. He loved to go fishing for crappie. He worked for Southern Steel Wire for 35 years as a manager. He loved the Lord with all his heart. He will be greatly missed by all.

This is from his daughter Sandra. He was a good dad. He welcomed all kids into our home and treated them as his own. He was so loved and respected by so many people. I have heard that my dad had huge effect on their  lives! It means so much to me. He introduced me to Jesus. He was a man of few words. I will miss him terribly! But I have much hope and joy that I will get to spend an eternity in paradise with my daddy. But most of all and most importantly with Jesus!

Survivors include: wife, Ruby Needham; daughters, Sandra Bailey and husband Aaron, Sharon Lofts, Elizabeth Dunn and husband John; sons, Todd Gallant, Steven Neal and wife Cindy; sisters, Linda Needham, Anna Needham; 18 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Alex Needham, Gary Needham, C.J. Dunn, Charles Lofts, Toby Williams.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Tom Harrald, Jerry Chapman, Bud Whaley.

Visitation will be  will be Thursday from 6-8pm.

The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK

Tobey Lynn Thompson

 

Funeral Service for Tobey Lynn Thompson, 52 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at United Pentecostal Church in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jeff Jensen, and Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Tobey was born on June 11, 1970 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Joyce (Armstrong) Thompson and Lester Thompson and passed away on June 15, 2022 in Poteau, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his father, Lester Thompson; uncles, Chester Thompson, Harlan Armstrong, and Burford Armstrong. Tobey loved hunting with his dogs, spending time fishing and being outdoors. He was the youngest of three boys.

Survivors include: mother, Joyce Thompson; brother, Terry Thompson and wife Sandy, Todd Thompson; aunts and uncles, Billie Hunt, Charley and Sandy Thompson; nieces and nephews, Christine Thompson, Ty Thompson and wife Angelica, Kaylyn Thompson, numerous cousins, friends other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Leon Midgley, Rick Meeks, Frankie Brown, Rocky Crane, Rick Crane, and Joe Branson.

The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK.

John Pulice

Viewing and Visitation for John Pulice, 60 of Shady Point, Oklahoma will be at 6-8pm on Friday, June 17, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma. Service under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

John was born on July 28, 1961 in Fort Smith, Arkansas  to Mary Ann (Currens) and Stephen Pulice and passed away on June 11, 2022 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include: wife, Sheila Pulice; daughters, Cassondra Huddleson, and Jennifer Pulice; son, Luigi Pulice and wife Brittany; 11 grandchildren, Sophie, Aponi, Chaska, Sakima Pulice, Jonah, Jenson, Jace Rogers, Cadince, Macaria, Leonidas, Drax Huddleson, Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.


Visitation will be Friday from 6-8pm.  



The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK
 

Velma Mae Caldwell

 

Funeral Service for Velma Mae Caldwell, 84 of Bokoshe, Oklahoma will be at 10am on Friday, June 17, 2022 at First Baptist Church  in Bokoshe, Oklahoma  with with Michael Monroe, and Sam Watkins officiating. Burial will follow at Milton Cemetery in Milton, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Velma was born on November 2, 1937 in Hon, Arkansas to Hazel Fields (Newman) and Allen Fields and passed away on June 13, 2022 in Bokoshe, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Raymond Caldwell; son, Billy Don Caldwell; sisters, Mona Louise Jackson, Lorretta Aple, Lanel Vincent.

Survivors include: daughters, Lizabeth Louise Lindenau, Hazel Marie Gillion, Marilyn Lorraine Pierson and husband Tim, Carla Casey; sons, Bruce Edward Caldwell, Robert Ray Caldwell and Spouse Allen Turner, Michael Emery; brothers, Tommy Fields, Bobby Fields and wife Joey; 12 grandchildren, Keith Pierson, Kyle Pierson, Krysten Pierson, Billy Caldwell, Greg Gillion, Josh Gillion, Kayla Autrey, Megan Gibson, Josh Ralls, Ryan Ralls, Earl Caldwell, April Walker; numerous great grandkids, nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones.

Pallbearers will be Keith Pierson, Kyle Pierson, Allen Turner, Josh Ralls, Earl Caldwell, Ryan Ralls.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Michael Autrey, Tim Pierson, Dakota Autrey.

Visitation will be Thursday from 6-8pm.

The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, OK

Marlin Hugh "Sonny" Townley

Funeral Service for Marlin Hugh "Sonny" Townley, will be at 10am on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Mr. Townley passed away at the age of 79 on Saturday June 11, 2022 in Teague, Texas.

He was born on February 21, 1943 in Kennette, Missouri to Albert and Zelma Townley. He was one of nine children, one if which was his twin sister Martha sue Townley. He resided in Poteau, Oklahoma for many years. Before moving to Teague, Texas in 2002 and quickly became known as “The Lawn Mower Man”. He could be seen riding around town with his wagon in tow collecting cans to recycle. He removed every tab on every can top, and donated his collections to raise money for dialysis patient treatment. Marlin rode his mower in all parades in Teague before taking residence in Teague nursing home. His mower would be decorated with lights and a wreath at Christmas time and would even wear his Santa hat. The lawnmower man never met a stranger and always had a story to tell or a short tune to sing that he made up. His presence will be dearly missed.

Marlin is survived by his son, Thomas Townley of Peoria, Arizona. Two daughters, Laroi Cover of Gilbert, Arizona, and Sandra Hice of Greenwood, Arkansas. His loving sister Linda Ryan of Fairfield, Texas. And a host of grandkids, nieces, nephews, friends & extended family.

Marlin is preceded in death by both parents, Albert and Zelma Townley. His twin sister, Martha Sue Townely. Sisters, Betty Ray Townley, Shirley JoAnn Armstrong, Brenda Faye Townley. Three brothers, Alonzo Jackson Townley, Albert Junior Townley, and Jerry Dean Townley.

Etta Faye Weaver

Graveside Service for Etta Faye Weaver, 81 of Weatherford, Oklahoma formerly of Panama, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at Old Bokoshe Cemetery in Bokoshe, Oklahoma with Jim Cook officiating. Services are under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home in Poteau, Oklahoma.

Etta was born on August 5, 1940 in Granite, Oklahoma to Etta M. Fletcher (McFarland) and Willie E. Fletcher and passed away on June 12, 2022 in Weatherford, Oklahoma.  Etta married George W. Weaver on January 5, 1957 in Sayer, Oklahoma. She became a mother to Susan Crowder on February 20, 1958; retired from Oaks Health Care after 24 years; was a member of New Mt. Pleasant Valley Church in Heavener, Oklahoma where she was in charge of the church kitchen pantry. She liked to spend her time camping, only in the summer, fishing, cooking, baking all kinds of sweet deserts, sweets were her favorite. She loved spending time with her daughter, grandchildren, and family. She never missed The Price Is Right nor The Young and The Restless therefore appointments and outings had to be after her television shows. She had a good and funny side to her. Etta and her twin brother were always up to something when they were growing up and took up for each other, they always knew when the other was ill without getting notification from others. The love they shared for each other was beautiful.

Survivors include: her daughter, Susan Crowder and husband Randy; sisters, Marie Cline, and Betty Banks; grandchildren,  Michael Bradshaw and wife Rhonda, Diana Holdman and husband Gregg, Christina Avery, Bobbi  Jo Perez and husband Carmilino; great grandchildren, Stefanie Ivy and husband Jason, Tori Williams and husband Cole, Christyl Morgan, Marcos Perez,  and Christian Perez; great great grandchildren, Stormie Ivy, Nathan Williams, Kennedi Williams, Braeylynn Williams. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, George W. Weaver, great grandson, Douglas Byrd; five brothers and two sisters.

Pallbearers will be Michael Bradshaw, Conner Thompson, Ron Cline, Anthony Fletcher, Mark Fletcher, and Thomas Brown.

The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, Oklahoma.

Rickey Crouch

 

 

Memorial Service for Rickey Crouch, 68 of Howe, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Friday, June 17, 2022 at Monroe First Baptist Church in Monroe, Oklahoma with Pastor Brad Hill officiating. Cremation is under the direction of Evans and Miller Funeral Home in Poteau, Oklahoma.

He was born on October 16, 1953 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Kathryn Elaine (Reed) Crouch and James Delbert Crouch and passed away on June 8, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and Kathryn Couch. Rickey was born in Poteau, Oklahoma and lived for a few years in Fort Smith, Arkansas and then the family moved to Monroe, Oklahoma, and set up permanent roots. Rickey married Shirley Crouch on Christmas of 1974 and later had two sons, Matthew and Luke. Rickey worked most of his career in construction. He was a member of the Baptist Church and preached for several years. He loved fishing, hunting, and other country boy things. He loved the Lord, his family and enjoyed singing gospel songs. Rickey is now living his best life in Heaven celebrating Jesus and seeing loved ones again.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Helen Crouch; sons, Rickey Matthew Crouch, Luke Wayne Crouch and wife Ashley Gerhardson; sister, Kathy Jane Woods and husband George; brothers, James "Jimmy" Haskell Crouch and wife Mattie, Danny Delbert Crouch and wife Sonia; grandchildren, Cheyanna Christman, Lane Ryan Crouch-Currens, Trista Rachelle Crouch, Patience Kimberly Crouch, Destiny Hope Crouch, Elizabeth Helen Crouch, Weston Matthew Crouch; great grandchildren, Asher Christman, Spencer Christman, Jasper Christman, numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and loved ones.

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Janice Wilburta Worley Soudbash

Janice Wilburta Worley Soudbash, 84, of Monument, Colorado, passed from this life to glory on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at the UCHealth Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was the daughter of Marvin and Zelma Worley of Poteau, Oklahoma. Born on January 14, 1938, at home on their farm just outside of town. Janice was born a twin, one of two sets of twins, and the only girl amongst her four siblings. Life was hard in those days, and it only grew harder during the war. Janice learned to rely on God from an early age and over the years her faith grew immensely. She became the rock of faith for her family and lived it out serving others, often behind the scenes.

Janice pursued higher education at Oklahoma State University, working hard to put herself through college to become a dietician. She then moved to Houston, Texas to complete her dietetic internship at MD Anderson and began working with the VA Hospital. While in Houston she met the love of her life, Martin Stanley Soudbash, and married on September 2, 1961. They enjoyed a loving relationship that grew stronger by the year, for 58 years. They had three children, a son Steve born in 1963, a daughter Suzanne born in 1966, and another daughter Linda born in 1968.

As the family moved across the United States and then to England, Janice worked in various school positions as a dietician and as a teacher. She loved to teach others how to cook and to bake. She became well known for her roll fondant cake baking and decorating, and her cakes even gained a spot on a 1996 film called “The Evening Star.” Most of all, Janice was a faithful follower of Christ, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She had a keen interest in helping others, women in crisis, single moms, and immigrants. She attended the Church of Christ and participated and led women’s Bible studies wherever she was and assisted with many children’s VBS programs. She loved to sing acapella hymns. Due to her devotion to the Lord, she was always on the go, thinking of others and serving them unconditionally.

Janice is survived by her son, Steve Soudbash, and wife Karen of Excelsior, Minnesota; her daughters, Suzanne Richter, and husband Geoffrey of Boerne, Texas, and Linda Holt, and husband Grant of Colorado Springs, Colorado; along with five grandsons, Caleb Richter, Seth Richter, Cameron Soudbash, Stewart Soudbash and Andrew Soudbash; three granddaughters, London Seward, Micah Richter and Morrigan Holt; a great granddaughter, Millie Richter; her brother Bob Worley of Fort Smith, Arkansas, and twin brother Jerry Worley of Hillsboro, Texas.  She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers Steve Worley and Rob Worley, and her husband Martin Soudbash.

Funeral services will be Saturday, June 18, 2022, at 9:00am at the Evans & Miller Funeral Home in Poteau, Oklahoma. Burial will be at the Shady Point Cemetery immediately following. A catered lunch is being provided for all members of the family, and friends alike. Family members will be serving as pallbearers. 

Memorial donations can be made to Streams in Burkina Faso (Young Scholars Program), a mission in Africa that Janice supported over the last 10 years which has helped more than a hundred orphans gain vital education and life skills to escape poverty. Mail donations to: Streams in Burkina Faso, 29580 Ralph Fair Road, Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015.

 

Mary Frances ( Suchala ) Priest

Mary Frances ( Suchala ) Priest of Shady Point passed away on June 4, 2022 at her home. Born in Ashtabula Ohio on January 5, 1959 she was the daughter of Daniel F and Mary L (Canzonetta) Suchala.

Mary Frances graduated from Edgewood Senior high school in 1977. She was a retired poultry grower for OK foods in Shady Point.  An avid music lover and self taught drummer, she played in various bands in the Ashtabula area. She loved the Ohio State buckeyes and Cleveland Browns football teams. Her greatest passion was her " fur babies " as they were children to her.
        
She is survived by her sister Diane M Suchala, nephew Joseph Mullins, niece Kelly ( Mullins ) Lunk, great nieces Rachael ( Joe Mullins ) and Kaitlyn Lunk and great nephew Sean Lunk ( Kelly Mullins Lunk ) all of Florida.
         
She will be joining our Mother in her final resting place @ St. Joseph's Cemetery, Ashtabula, Ohio.
          
In her memory contributions can be made to your local ASPCA.

 

Zachary James Pritchett

Funeral Service for Zachary James Pritchett, 31 of Tuttle, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Donald W. Reynolds Community Center in Poteau, Oklahoma with Phil McGehee officiating. Burial will follow at Monroe Cemetery in Monroe, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Zachary was born on January 18, 1991 in Fort Bliss (El Paso, Texas) to Tina Raquel (Shepard) and Jeffrey Brian Pritchett and passed away on May 28, 2022 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.  He was preceded in death by his Memaw, Teresa Gober.

Survivors include: wife, Manda; step-daughter, Layla; brother, Caleb Pritchett; parents, Jeffrey Pritchett , Tina Shepard; grandparents, Mike and Linda Pritchett, Terry Shepard; aunts and uncles, Amy and French McLemore, Tammy Shepard, John and Kelly Pritchett; cousins, Cal Pritchett, Bailey Pritchett, Bethany McLemore, Kyle Sanders, Blake Sanders, Jenna Shepard, Alyssa Miller, numerous other relatives and loved ones.


Visitation will be 4-6pm Sunday, June 12th.


 

Shane Johnston

Robert Shane Johnston, age 52, suddenly passed away on May 31st, 2022 while working in Florida.

If you knew Robert Shane Johnston, then you knew he liked to be called Shane. He was born in West Point, New York. However, he spent his childhood in Texas and Florida. He grew up to become a truck driver just like his dad and took great pride in being one. He loved the freedom of being on the road and being able to see the world. He did this for over 30 years. Some of his other favorite things included riding motorcycles, and jeeping. Shane’s Harley Davidson was called his mistress and he took her everywhere. Shane was a devoted husband, dad, and PawPaw. He loved spending time with his family and spoiling his grandkids. He loved having cookouts, taking camping trips, and going on vacations with his family, working on his projects, and pestering his wife. He always said he was a jack of all trades and a master of none. He could build just about anything and would always be the first to help someone in need. Shane was a good friend to have and always there when you needed him. He was also a prankster and loved to tease. His brother-in-law and him would spend hours planning jeep trips and hanging out. His good friend Randy and him would get on the phone and every time his wife would call and he was convinced she had it bugged. He was dearly loved by his wife Jamie, their six children Michael, Jeff, Ariel, Eric, Dawson, and Dillon, and five grandkids Zayden Presley, Oliver, Keelie (KIKI), Olivia, and Zayne. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. There will never be another Shane Johnston, he was one of a kind and one of the greatest men to walk this earth.

He was preceded in death by; his son Michael Shane Johnston in 2013; grandparents on both sides.
He is survived by; his wife of the home Jamie Scarecelli Johnston, children, Jeff Scott Johnston, Ariel Martin and husband Randall Martin, Eric Keck and wife Meagon, Dawson Scarcelli, Dillon Scarcelli; grandchildren, Zayden Presley Martin, Oliver Keck, Keelie Martin, Olivia Keck, Zayne Martin; parents, Harold and Shauna Johnston, Linda and Ken Sisco; and many other loved one’s including siblings and their spouses, nieces, nephews, great niece and nephews, aunts, cousins, and many friends.

Pallbearers will be Dawson, Dillon, Jeff, Eric, Shane Robinson, Gunner Gatlin, Randall Martin, Randy Carlson, Gunnar Robinson, Taylor Cottrell.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Harold Johnston, Zayden Martin, Oliver Keck, Zayne Martin..

Visitation will be held Friday June 10, 2022 from 6-8pm.

Services will be held at Evans and Miller Funeral Home in Poteau, Oklahoma on June 11, 2022 at 2:00 PM.

Graveside Services to follow at Shady Point Cemetery.

Family will gather afterwards at his home.

 

Dora Pickel

Funeral Service for Dora Pickel,  of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 1pm on Friday, June 10, 2022 at First Christian Church in Poteau, Oklahoma with Mr. Gary Vancil officiating. Burial will follow at Oakland Cemetery in Poteau, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Dora Jane (Goldsmith) Pickel left this earthly home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 5, 2022. She was born August 13, 1931 in Henryetta, OK to Earl and Juanita Goldsmith. Dora spent her formative years in Henryetta, where she met Lloyd Lee Pickel in high school typing class. The two were married on June 24, 1950. She and Lloyd moved to McAlester, OK where they welcomed three children. In 1968, Lloyd accepted a job opportunity that moved the family to Poteau, OK, and in 1970 they welcomed their fourth. While in Poteau, Dora operated a successful drapery business for over 30 years, out of her home.  

As a dedicated follower of Christ, Dora enjoyed sharing her talent as a piano and organist for many churches through her mid-80’s. She was also a proud American-patriot and served at a Poteau voting precinct for more than 30 years.  Dora also enjoyed being active in the community delivering Meals on Wheels all over Poteau for many years.

Dora was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd, of 68 years, her sister Betty Reel Jones and brother Earl David Goldsmith.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Terry and Rick Summerlin of Tulsa, OK; sons and daughter in-laws, Jim and Cathy Pickel of Springfield, MO, Jon and Carol Pickel of Poteau, OK, and David and JoAnn Pickel of Broken Arrow, OK. She is also survived by her 11 grandchildren, Sherry Theobald, Matt Summerlin, Steven Pickel, Leslie Jett, Michael Pickel, Jennifer Bailey, Julie Hayes, Mark Pickel, Morgan Pickel, Shelby Pickel, Carson Pickel, 15 great grandchildren, other relatives, loved ones and friends.

Dora was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother and she will be missed by many.

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Bonnie Payne

With her family by her side, Bonnie Mae Payne, 95, of Poteau, Oklahoma passed away on May 31, 2022, of natural causes.
Born on August 25, 1926, in Knott Hole, Oklahoma, Bonnie resided in Poteau where she raised three children, was a loving wife, and owned Bonnie’s Liquor Store from 1960 until her retirement in 2005.
In a time when it was difficult for women, Bonnie not only ran a successful business, she, inspired family members and others with her caring heart, trail-blazing spirit, and sense of humor.
Bonnie is survived by children Bill Newnam of Poteau and Susan Salmeron of Ypsilanti, MI; 7grandchildren (Shane & Shawn Hughes, Raun Williams, Jason Lee, Kelli Johnson, Mike & Missy Newnam) and 12 great-grandchildren.
In remembrance of Bonnie’s unlimited love, are Tom Payne’s stepdaughter Brenda, her husband Mac McDonald and their daughter Heather Gelvin, of Tulsa.
Bonnie never stopped missing those who passed before her:  her husband, Thomas Payne, daughter, Linda Williams, parents, Pearl and Jim Brown and siblings, J.R. Hilton, Sonny Brown, and Inez Knight. 
 

Gage Brown

Funeral Service for Gage Brown, of Wister, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at Wister High School Gym in Wister, Oklahoma with Sam Walden officiating. Burial will follow at Glendale Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.

Gage was born on January 31, 2004 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Jessica Brown and J.R. Brown, and passed away on  June 3, 2022 in Wister, Oklahoma.  He liked to fish, hunt, and hangout with his friends. He enjoyed driving around with his friends, if his friends had the gas money. Eating off the dollar menu was just how he rolled. Listening to music with his friends at the lake and listening to music with his dad were some of his favorite things to do. Gage loved his family so much! He cherished his time working with Mr. Walden. Gage liked to tell  "how big" the fish were he caught, but  of course no one ever  saw them. LOL

Survivors include his parents, J.R. and Jessica Brown; sister, Haven Brown; brothers, Tylor Word, Country Word; grandparents, Meme, Ellen Jackson, Janie and Eddie Brown, Kathy and Jerry Warren, Karen and Parnell Kelley; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and other loved ones.

Pallbearers will be all of his Wister friends.

The family has chosen to entrust the care of the services to Evans & Miller Funeral Home, Poteau, Oklahoma.
 

Jerry Nell Colbert

Funeral Service for Jerry Nell Colbert, 84 of Poteau, Oklahoma will be at 2pm on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Evans and Miller Chapel  in Poteau, Oklahoma with Jeff Dodd officiating. Burial will follow at Howe Cemetery in Howe, Oklahoma under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home.

Jerry was born on December 23, 1937 in Spiro, Oklahoma to Syble (Burrows) Conrad and Ted Conrad and passed away on June 1, 2022 in Roland, Oklahoma.  She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband Cleatus Colbert.

Survivors include: daughter, Yvonne Newton; daughter in law, Rayen Judge; grandchildren, Adam and Lindsay Colbert, Nathen and Melinda Colbert, Latisha McGowen, Tiffany Iribarne, Josh Iribarne, Brian & Samantha Colbert; great grandchildren, Caden Colbert, Cordell Ramsey, Kelsey Ramsey, Brea and Josh Hamlin, Averie Colbert, and Emmrie Sumpter; brother, Al Conrad, James Conrad, David Conrad,Ted Conrad, other relatives, loved ones and friends.


Pallbearers will be Caden, Nathen and Adam Colbert, Josh Hamlin, Cordell Ramsey, and Ty Carpenter.


Visitation will be  Friday from 6-8pm at Evans & Miller Funeral Home.