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Bible verse for Thursday
Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.
--Psalms 100:2
Linn Terry
Funeral service for Linn Austin Terry, 27, of Howe is 2 p.m. Saturday at the First Missionary Baptist Church Gymnasium in Howe with Brother Larry Stacy and Brother Sam Dyer officiating.
Burial will follow in the Monroe Cemetery, under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener.
He was born Oct. 10, 1996 in Poteau to Chris Alan and Carla (Ritter) Terry and passed away Dec. 16, 2023 in Monroe.
Linn was a 2015 graduate of Howe High School. He worked as a Grater Inspector for West Fraser Sawmill in Mansfield, Arkansas. Linn was a member of the First Missionary Baptist Church, the National Archery Association, and won state trap shooting. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and dearly loved riding his Harley Davidson. Linn was very outgoing and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all whom loved and knew him.
Surviving family members are his parents Chris and Carla Terry of Howe; one daughter,
Willow Wilson of Monroe; one brother Lane Terry and wife Rebecca of Howe; his maternal grandmother, Christine Ritter-Gregory of Howe; special friend, Britney Carpenter; two nephews and one niece Carson Hamlin, Rhett Terry and Adlynn Terry; numerous other loved ones and a host of many friends.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Bill Ritter; and his paternal grandparents, Nub and Inella Terry.
Pallbearers are Eric Blaylock, Rudy Wilson, Jordon Key, Jace Terry, Cody Terry, James Hill, Chase Blake and Hunter Johnson. Honorary pallbearers are Clay Mayhew and Cody Edwards.
Viewing is from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. until noon Saturday at the funeral home.
To sign Linn’s online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.
Sandra Berry
Memorial service for Sandra Loriese Berry, 66, of Poteau is 2 p.m. Dec. 28, 2023 at Evans Chapel of Memories in Poteau, with Reverend Floyd Collins officiating.
Cremation is under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau.
She was born Oct. 15, 1957 in Tulsa to Vonda Lorece (Melton) Smith and Walter Noah Durant and passed away Dec. 16, 2023 in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Survivors include her husband, Rollie Berry; children Dianna Waller and husband Torrey, Cheryl Stowers, Daniel Kemp and wife Danielle, and Robby Kemp; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and two sisters Donna Durant-Macon and Cheryl Hayes.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Noah Durant and Vonda Lorece Smith; stepmother, Louise Durant; brother, Walter Dewayne Durant.
Martha Yeager
Funeral service for Martha Sue Yeager, 86, of Chickasha was Wednesday at Grace Memorial Chapel in Poteau with Reverend Clyde Hess officiating.
Burial followed at the Shady Point Cemetery, under the direction of Grace Funeral Service of Poteau.
Martha was born Aug. 10, 1937 in Lawton to Susie (Pettit) Kilgore and Horace J Kilgore and passed away Dec. 17, 2023 in Chickasha. She married William "Bill" Yeager July 30, 1952 in Hale Center, Texas. Together they raised five children. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She spent many years in the ministry teaching the word and working to bring people to Christ..
Survivors include her husband, Bill Yeager; daughters Debra Yakel and husband Steve, and Karen James; sons Robert Yeager and wife Cathy, David Yeager and wife Alice, Randy Yeager and wife Belinda; nine grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sister, Mary Donahou; brother, John Kilgore; many nieces, nephews, loved ones and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; mother and father-in-law Paul and Fannie Yeager; son-in-law, Cecil James; six brothers and one sister.
Pallbearers were Robert Yeager, Randy Yeager, David Yeager, Matthew Yakel, Daniel Yakel and Michael Yeager.
The family would like to send a special thanks for the excellent and loving care Martha received from Shanoan Springs Nursing Home and Choice Hospice..
You may leave an online message at www.gracemanorfh.com.
Nancy Ollar
Funeral service for Nancy Ollar, 90, of Heavener is 2 p.m. Thursday at the Hontubby Baptist Church with Brother David Hardin and Brother Bob Garrett officiating. Burial will follow in Heavener Memorial Park, under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener.
Nancy was born Oct. 10, 1933 to Clarence and Flora May (Holloway) Smith in Birmingham, Alabama. She passed away Dec. 17, 2023 in Heavener. She was the second of six children. Nancy lived in Chattanooga, Tennessee until around 10 years old. She was saved at age 9 at Missionary Baptist Church and was baptized in a little river behind the church.
At age 11, she and the family moved to California for work. They were very poor as most everyone was there and worked in orchards picking cherries, peaches, apricots and then grapes. She and her siblings worked to help with finances for their parents. Once crops were over she moved home with her parents.
By the age of 16, she had moved back to California to work. They lived in little camps, like army camps. She met L.J. Ollar there, and they dated a few months. They then were married at a double ceremony with her sister, Helen and HC Watkins on July 26, 1950. They worked a little longer and then moved back to Tennessee. Doug was born that next summer, on June 22, 1951, and Linda a couple of years later on July 27, 1953. Just 14 months later, Dennis was born Sept 28, 1954. Needless to say, Nancy was a devoted wife and busy mother. Nancy and Jay moved to Heavener when Dennis was just a baby. They didn’t have money, so
they lived with Jay’s sister Verna and her husband Johnny Watkins. All three kids had whooping cough, and thankfully, Verna was there to help.
The family returned to California when Doug was 5 years old for work. Doug started kindergarten there, but then the family moved back to Heavener. They lived beside Granny Ollar, and all three kids attended Heavener Schools. Nancy and the kids became involved in Independence Baptist Church. She was faithful to be there every Sunday. She cleaned the church every week for several years. In 1968, Nancy and her family moved to Hodgen. Doug and Linda still attended Heavener, but Dennis went to Hodgen School for one year.
Nancy started working for the Towrys at the 5 & 10 cent Store in Heavener about 1968. She worked there until about 1975, when she went to work for Richard Steed at the IGA. She worked there until about 1990, when she became a bank teller at the First National Bank of Heavener. Jay passed away in 1996. Nancy continued working at the bank and retired in 2008 at the age of 75.
After retirement, Nancy started traveling with two of her sisters, Helen and Sharon. They were commonly known as the “Golden Girls”. Together, they traveled to Jamaica, Puerto Vallarta, Cancun and Acapulco. They also made several road trips to Tennessee and Florida. Nancy and Helen loved to bowl. They bowled in leagues and traveled to tournaments in Poteau, Tulsa and Oklahoma City.
Nancy’s health and eyesight started declining. She had lost almost all of her eyesight and had an Aorta Valve Replacement eight years ago. She recovered from a broken foot, a broken shoulder, a broken wrist and a stroke. She was hospitalized several times over the last few years and survived all to celebrate her 90th birthday Oct 10th of this year. When asked how to live a long life, Nancy said, “Trust in God and stay in Church!” Her favorite bible verse was
Isaiah 41:10 - Fear thou not; for I am with thee. Be not dismayed, for I am thy God. I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Her favorite color was pink and purple. Her favorite food was Coconut Shrimp. Her favorite flower was a Gerber Daisy. And, her favorite song was It Took a Miracle.
She is survived by two sons Doug Ollar and wife Becky of Oklahoma City, and Dennis Ollar and wife Judy of Tucson, Arizona; one daughter Linda Alexander and husband Gary of Heavener; five grandchildren Amy Ollar of Oklahoma City, Sarah Springer and husband Brad of Oklahoma City, Aaron Alexander and wife Jenn of Heavener, Dusty Alexander and wife Carrie of Heavener, and Rachel Krebbs and husband Jeremy of Heavener; one sister, Sharon Andrews, of Owasso; one brother, Danny Smith, of Bushnell, Florida; 14 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loved ones, and a host of friends
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Flora Mae Smith; her husband, L.J. Ollar; two sisters Helen Watkins and Roberta Robinson; one brother, Jerry Smith; and a grandson, Gabe Ollar.
Pallbearers are her grandsons Jacob Ollar, Braden Springer, Brock Stacy, Logan Hillebrand, Kasen Krebbs, Tristan Alexander, and Kamden Krebbs.
Viewing is from 9 a.m. until noon, Thursday.
To sign Nancy’s online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.
Sammy Tuttle
The family of Sammy Tuttle will hold a memorial service at 2 p.m. Friday at Mallory-Martin Funeral Home Chapel in Stigler. Cremation services are under the direction of Grace Funeral Service of Poteau.
Samuel Gene Tuttle was born Jan. 6, 1985 in Oklahoma City to Sheila (Peevyhouse) Tuttle and Larry Dean Tuttle and passed away Dec. 9, 2023 in Whitefield.
Sammy's life was adventurous, entertaining, and one-of-a-kind. He was an entrepreneur, speed boat and water enthusiast, outdoorsman, athlete, hard rocker, and an amazing guitarist. He lived life to the fullest and the fastest that many could hardly keep up with and that's what made Sammy, Sammy. He was a beloved father, son, brother and fiend and loved his family and friends with all his heart.
Survivors include his son, Lane Dean Tuttle; his mom, Sheila Tuttle: his sisters Andrea West, Tracy Skinner, Heather Hinkle, Janie Tuttle and Kim Pratt; his brothers Toby Overstreet and Lucas Tuttle; his step-mom, Cammie Tuttle-Rosenburgh, numerous other relatives, friends, and loved ones.
He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Dean Tuttle.
You can sign Sammy's online quest and/or leave an online message at www.GraceManorFH.com.
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