Disabled American Veterans Chapter 63 Poteau Oklahoma

09/10/2025

DAV #63 and Quilts of Valor congratulate: 🎖

Travis Loggins, U.S. Army, Leonard Ray U.S.M.C., Lane Hetherington U.S.A.F., and Landon Hetherington of the U.S.A.F.

Congratulations, gentlemen, we thank you for your honor, service, and sacrifice! 🙏

08/18/2025

DAV #63 and Quilts of Valor congratulate: 🎖

PFC. Richard Pierce, U.S. Army, Seaman Bobby Woodson of the U.S. Navy, and Specialist Ross Hansen, who served with the U.S. Army.

Congratulations, gentlemen, we thank you for your honor, service, and sacrifice! 🙏

07/21/2025

DAV 63 has their food give-away this Wednesday! Still have tickets! 🥰

05/21/2025

Join us for a Veterans' memorial service at Dowden's funeral home in Heavener, Oklahoma, open to anyone who would like to attend.

DAV #63 of Poteau and the VFW from Heavener will attend the celebration and honors. Dowden's would like to make this an annual event to remember those who have served and sacrificed, and you can help make that happen.

Refreshments will be provided at Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home on Memorial Day. Monday, 05/26/2025 at 1pm. 710 US Hwy 270, Heavener, OK, 74937

05/18/2025

"Oldest Living Choctaw Veteran Celebrates 100th Birthday!"

Marine Corps veteran William (Bill) Logan, survivor of the bloody battle of Okinawa in WWII, celebrates his birthday among many friends at the Church of Christ in Poteau, Oklahoma.

In loving admiration, brother, happy birthday! 🎖

05/14/2025

DAV 63 and friends will be putting flags on veterans' graves at the Oakland (Poteau) cemetery this Thursday, May 15th, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day.

If you would like to help, please contact Commander Wanda Ludwig at 918-647-8961.

Thank you, and God bless America! ❤️

05/14/2025

DAV #63 and Quilts of Valor congratulate:

Raymond Baggs served as Third Class Petty Officer in the U.S.A.F., and Joe Houle served with the U.S. Army.

We thank you for your honor, service, and sacrifice! 🙏

04/30/2025

"Female Veterans are Not Forgotten."

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA) is proud to announce a new collaboration with Grace After Fire, a veteran-centered nonprofit organization, to expand services and support for Oklahoma’s women veterans and their families.

This partnership brings together ODVA’s extensive network of veteran services and Grace After Fire’s proven expertise in community groups, crisis intervention, peer support, and mental health resilience. Together, the two organizations will offer a coordinated approach to providing vital resources, referrals, benefits navigation, and community reintegration support.

“We are honored to partner with Grace After Fire to reach even more veterans across Oklahoma,” said Guadalupe Higadera, Women Veteran Administrator, ODVA, “This collaboration strengthens our commitment to ensuring every veteran has access to the help, community groups, respect, and resources they have earned through their service.”

Grace After Fire has built a strong reputation for serving women veterans through advocacy, direct support, and empowerment initiatives. Through this collaboration, ODVA and Grace After Fire will work together on outreach events, educational workshops, and tailored programming to meet the unique needs of Oklahoma’s women veteran population.

“We believe that no woman veteran should ever feel alone in their journey,” said Tana Plescher, Grace After Fire President. “Partnering with ODVA allows us to amplify our efforts and deliver a more comprehensive support system for those who have sacrificed so much for our country.”

Media Contact:
Daron Hoggatt
Public Information Officer
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs
Phone: 405-523-4000
Email: daron.hoggatt@odva.ok.gov

04/30/2025

A well-deserved congratulations to an American hero!

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs (ODVA), in partnership with the Office of the Governor, is proud to announce a special ceremony honoring R.D. Lawrence with the Oklahoma Cross of Valor — one of the state’s highest awards for valor and service.

The presentation will take place on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 10:15 a.m. in the Hall of Heroes at the Oklahoma State Capitol, 2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

The Oklahoma Cross of Valor is awarded to individuals who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War II, the Korean Conflict, the Vietnam Conflict, or other periods of war, campaign, or battle in which the United States participated. Eligible recipients must have been officially listed as a captive by the enemy and honorably discharged from military service.

This solemn ceremony will bring together members of the Oklahoma Legislature, state officials, veterans, military families, and community members to honor Mr. Lawrence’s service. The program will include remarks from state leaders and the formal presentation of the medal.

Event Details: Occasion: Presentation of the Oklahoma Cross of Valor to R.D. Lawrence Date: Monday, May 5, 2025 Time: 10:15 a.m. Location: Hall of Heroes, Oklahoma State Capitol Address: 2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73105

Media Contact:
Daron Hoggatt
Public Information Officer
Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs
Phone: 405-523-4026
Email: daron.hoggatt@odva.ok.gov
About the Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs:

The Oklahoma Department of Veterans Affairs is dedicated to ensuring that all Oklahoma veterans and their families receive the highest quality services and support. Through a variety of programs, ODVA provides benefits assistance and other essential services and programs to enhance the well-being of veterans across the state.

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04/23/2025

Come by and find a treasure at the DAV #63 garage sale!

From Monday 04/21/2025 to Friday 04/25/2025.

"No prices, donations only."

God bless, and happy hunting!

04/13/2025

DAV #63, and Quilts of Valor congratulate Jack Owen who served as Third Class Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy.

We thank you for your honor, service, and sacrifice! 🙏

03/27/2025

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