Evans & Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Service

Evans & Miller Funeral Home and Cremation Service Proudly serving the Leflore County area for over 100 years.

04/06/2026

Suzanne Lorraine Smith was born on January 10, 1960, in Poteau, Oklahoma, to Patricia Ann Davison Smith and William Riley Babe Smith, and passed away on April 3, 2026, in Enid, Oklahoma. Suzannes life was one of extraordinary strength and resilience. At just nine days old, she suffered from viral

"He is not here, for He has risen."He has risen, indeed! Happy Easter, friends! We're so grateful to serve a risen Sav...
04/05/2026

"He is not here, for He has risen."

He has risen, indeed! Happy Easter, friends! We're so grateful to serve a risen Savior.

We wish you a joyous day of blessings and peace!

04/02/2026

Dallas Haskell Quinn - Lewis was born on July 21, 1941 in Talihina, Oklahoma to Lillie Ripley Thompson and James Quinn and passed away on March 30, 2026 in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. Dallass grandchildren lovingly called him Papa Bear. He always worked hard to provide for his family and was known

"The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned." - Maya AngelouW...
04/02/2026

"The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned." - Maya Angelou

When families come through our doors, our hope is that it feels like a place where you can just be.

That’s why we’ve put so much care into creating comfortable, quiet spaces for families to gather. A place to sit, take a breath, share a memory, or just have a moment together.

Sometimes, it’s those small comforts, a soft chair, a quiet room, a little space, that help carry you through a hard day.

04/02/2026

Bryant Lee Taylor, 39, of Fort Smith, Arkansas, was born on February 23, 1987, in Pasadena, California. He departed this life on March 25, 2026, in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Bryant received his formal education through Pocola Public Schools, where he was actively involved in athletics, participating in....

"Spring adds new life and new beauty to all that is." Jessica HarrelsonThere’s just something about spring!Even after a ...
03/30/2026

"Spring adds new life and new beauty to all that is." Jessica Harrelson

There’s just something about spring!

Even after a hard season, there are still small signs of new life all around us.

If you’re walking through grief right now, maybe spring and the warmer weather we've had is just a gentle reminder that healing comes little by little, and that it’s okay to take it one day at a time.

Grief is hard and can show up in a lot of different ways, and there’s no “right” way to walk through it. Some days are e...
03/26/2026

Grief is hard and can show up in a lot of different ways, and there’s no “right” way to walk through it. Some days are easier than others, and sometimes you just need a little help along the way.

So if you ever find yourself needing support, we do have grief resources and other helpful materials available. Books, guides, and information that can help you or your family navigate the tough days.

You don’t have to go through it alone. If you ever want to stop by, call, or just ask about what’s available, we’re always glad to help however we can.

"Those we love never truly leave us. There are things that death cannot touch." — Jack ThorneSometimes the people we lov...
03/23/2026

"Those we love never truly leave us. There are things that death cannot touch." — Jack Thorne

Sometimes the people we love aren’t here the way they used to be… but in a lot of ways, they’re still with us.

You hear their laugh when someone tells a certain story, or you cook their favorite meal or you catch yourself repeating something they always used to say.

Those little moments matter and that's how love keeps showing up.

Wishing everyone a good Monday.

03/20/2026

John Albert Zeller, 87, of Poteau, Oklahoma, passed away on March 12, 2026, in Poteau. A direct cremation will be held under the direction of Evans Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma. John was born on April 24, 1938, in Newton, New Jersey, to Christine Smith Zeller and Ernest Zeller.

03/19/2026

Preplanning really isn’t about paperwork, it’s about taking a big weight off your family later.

In this video, Phil talks about how much easier it is on everyone when things are decided ahead of time. No guessing, no pressure, and no trying to figure it all out after someone passes away.

Like he says, “we’re here to hold your hand.”

And that’s exactly it. We’ll walk with you through it, be sure to keep it simple, and make sure your family is cared for when that time comes.

Number three in our deep questions series...“What happens to my preplanning money?”This one is important. When someone...
03/18/2026

Number three in our deep questions series...“What happens to my preplanning money?”

This one is important. When someone prepays for a funeral, they’re trusting that money will be there years, sometimes decades, down the road. That’s not just trust., that’s faith.

Compassion, trust, and strength are what will determine the future of funeral service. Families aren’t just trusting us with their most precious loved ones, they’re trusting us with their hard-earned money.

Here’s what you should know:
It is illegal and unethical for a funeral home to dip into preplanning funds to cover operating expenses.
Those funds are required to be placed into properly regulated accounts or insurance policies.
The person owns the preneed policy, not the funeral home. That means you can move it to another funeral home at any time if you choose.

Transparency matters and we operate the old-school way- conservative, careful, and accountable. We do not touch preneed funds. They remain secure and protected until the family needs them.

We’ve done it this way for over a century, and that’s why we sleep well at night.

When choosing a funeral home, ask the hard questions because you deserve clear answers.

03/17/2026

A V Skinner, Jr., 75, of Poteau, Oklahoma, passed away on March 16, 2026, in Poteau, Oklahoma. He was born on August 2, 1950, in Poteau, Oklahoma to A V Skinner, Sr. and Nerrissia Thompson Skinner. A V was a man who found joy in the simple things in life.

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