Mary E. Porter Smith's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2026 in Okemah, Oklahoma

Mary E. Porter Smith

June 7, 1943 - January 23, 2026 (82 years old)

Okemah, Oklahoma

Mary E. Porter Smith's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2026 in Okemah, Oklahoma

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Mary E. Porter Smith

June 7, 1943 - January 23, 2026 (82 years old)

Okemah, Oklahoma

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Mary E. Porter Smith Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mary E. Porter Smith of Okemah, Oklahoma, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mary left this world on January 23, 2026 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary E. Porter Smith to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Mary's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Mary's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may she find rest in the embrace of eternity.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Wilbur Gilbreath and Roxy Gilbreath (McDonald); her husband Robert Porter; her son Curtis Porter; and her brothers, Wilbur and Bobby Gilbreath.

She is survived by: her daughters, Debra Porter (Billy Dixon), Diane Bates (Keith) of Okemah and Donna Porter (Mike Iness). She is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild.

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Parks Brothers Funeral Home



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301 N 3rd St, Okemah, OK 74859

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Jan 31

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301 N 3rd St, Okemah, OK 74859

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Jan 31

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Oakland Knowles Cemetery

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