In Loving Memory Of
Mildred Francis Parten
Mildred Francis Parten, of Pauls Valley was born
December 15, 1930 in Burneyville, Oklahoma to Varney and Ruby Davis. She
went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, February 8,
2010 at home surrounded by her loving family.
She and W. C. Parten were married April 21, 1948, and were inseparable
for 51 years until he went to be with the Lord in 1999. Mildred was led
to the Lord by her neighbor in 1957 then shortly thereafter joined the
Paul & Pine church of Christ. Love for her Lord and family and joy in
serving others were her greatest pleasures. Mildred was the ultimate
wife and devoted mother and grandmother. She exemplified 1 Timothy 3:2
beautifully and it was indeed a delight to visit her home where she was
rich in spirit, generous in heart and welcomed all who came. Her home
was always filled with kindness and laughter.
She was preceded to heaven by her parents, Varney & Ruby Davis; her
loving brother McDonald Davis, her beloved husband W. C., precious
granddaughter Natasha Houser, and cherished daughter Pat Garrett.
She is survived by her brother, P. J. Davis of Pauls Valley; sister,
Blanquita Dye of Oklahoma City; brother, Joe Davis of Marietta; son, Roy
Parten, of Tulsa; daughter, Carol Houser and her husband Jerry, of
Catoosa; son, Jerry Parten and his wife JoAnn, of Pauls Valley;
grandchildren, Michael Taylor, Shelly Cardwell and Shawna Smith, all of
Norman; Marcus Garrett of Scott AFB, IL; Melissa Coker of Owasso; and
Dallas Parten of Tulsa; 11 great grandchildren and many wonderful family
members and friends.
Mildred was the epitome of the Gospel scriptures that guide us to love
thy neighbor. Her faith ran like a vine through her family; every sweet,
unselfish act became an unfolding leaf of compassion and goodness;
always there for those in need and those who were fortunate enough to
have been touched by her love and kindness will be forever grateful. She
will be dearly missed, but her unblemished testimony will forever be
etched in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her. May
the enormous amount of love she gave here on earth surround her in
Heaven. The family expresses a special thank you and gratefulness for
the many calls, visits, notes, flowers, food, and prayers during her
illness. We also extend a great appreciation for the exceptional care
given by the nurses and staff of Valley Hospice and to Dr. Steven Moore
for his caring compassion during this difficult time.
A visitation for family and friends will be 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday
evening at the Stufflebean-Coffey Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 2:30 pm at
Stufflebean Chapel of Remembrance officiated by Roy Shave. Interment
will be at Paoli Cemetery under the direction of Stufflebean-Coffey
Funeral Home.
