Olene Carroll

Olene Carroll, age 90, of Golden, Oklahoma, died, Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Friday, February 17, 1933, to Treva and Florence McMennaney Ellis in Achille, Oklahoma.

In 1949, Olene married the love of her life, Paul Carroll, on the courthouse steps in Bakersfield, California. Their union, which spanned an incredible 72 years, was one of unwavering love, support, and devotion to one another. Olene was a woman who emanated warmth and grace, touching the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing her. Olene's caring and sharing nature, combined with her servant's heart, truly set her apart. Her commitment to others was a testament to the life she led. She also enjoyed cutting her family and friends' hair, gardening, sewing, cooking, and making tacos and burgers for her children. Olene found purpose and joy in her involvement with Golden Baptist Church. A dedicated and active member, she shared her talents and wisdom. Her contributions to the church and its efforts had a significant impact on the community, attesting to her dedication to her faith and fellowship.

Olene was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul Carroll; her brothers, Aubrey Ellis, Kenneth Ellis, James Ellis, Jewell Ellis, Treva Ellis Jr., L.B. Ellis, Denver Ellis and Jimmy Ellis; her sisters, Mary Ellis, Clarene Ellis, Bonnie Johnson, Omega Smith, and Gloria Ocha,

Olene is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Ronald and Kristine Carroll of Golden, Oklahoma, Dennis and Cheryl Carroll of Bakersfield, California and Danny Carroll of Raymore, Missouri; one brother Jerry Don Ellis of Pheonix, Arizona; nine grandchildren, Whitney Hopson and husband, Roy of Broken Bow, Oklahoma, Amy Hammonds husband, Ricky of Idabel, Oklahoma, Jennafer Campbell and husband, Glen of Bakersfield, California, Christin Faber and husband, Jay of Bakersfield, California, Erin Collins and husband, Casey of Garden City, Missouri, Ryan Carroll and wife, Kaitlen of Joplin, Missouri, Sarah Carroll, Jacie Carroll and Maya Carroll of Raymore, Missouri; fifteen great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren; several nephews and nieces, and a host of special friends and people she cared about.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. at the Golden Baptist Church with Brother Dexter Cogburn officiating. Interment will follow in the Watson Cemetery in Oak Hill under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, April 21, 2022, from 6-8 P.M. at the Bowser Family Funeral Home Chapel.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com