Wanda Ludlow Ward

Wanda Ludlow Ward, age 75, of Poteau, Oklahoma, died on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Baptist Health-Fort Smith in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She was born on Saturday, April 2, 1948, to Randell Lewis and Minnie Bond Ludlow in Ludlow, Oklahoma.

Wanda's life was a testament to her unwavering faith, deep love for family, and a passion for creativity. As a devoted member of the Springhill Presbyterian Church in Honobia, Oklahoma, Wanda found happiness and strength in her spiritual community, where she nurtured her soul with the uplifting melodies of Southern Gospel music and Choctaw Hymns.

Her greatest source of joy came from her children and grandchildren, who filled her days with laughter, love, and cherished memories. Their presence in her life was a constant reminder of the blessings she held dear, bringing warmth and happiness to her heart.

As a dedicated homemaker, Wanda's talents extended beyond the walls of her home. She found immense pleasure in creating native jewelry, weaving intricate patterns that reflected her cultural heritage. Her needlepoint work and quilting were expressions of her creativity and attention to detail, each piece crafted with love and care.

Wanda's legacy is one of faith, love, and artistic expression. Her devotion to her family, her community, and her craft enriched the lives of those around her and left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her. Her memory will be cherished for generations to come, a testament to a life well-lived and filled with love.

Wanda is preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Dorothy Ludlow; one granddaughter Morgan Ward; two brothers, Floyd Ludlow and Kenneth Ludlow; and three sisters, Edith Samuels, Juanita Ludlow, and Shirley Lowman.

Wanda is survived by her two sons, Randy Ludlow of Taft, Oklahoma and Ramsey Ward of Poteau, Oklahoma; three brothers, Clifford Ludlow of Honobia, Oklahoma, Austin Ludlow of Talihina, Oklahoma and Marvin Ludlow of Ludlow, Oklahoma; two sisters, Eula Johnson of Honobia, Oklahoma, and Carol Burge of Wilburton, Oklahoma; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. at the Springhill Presbyterian Church in Honobia, Oklahoma with Reverend Scott Silvers officiating. Interment will follow in the Springhill Presbyterian Church Cemetery. A wake service will be Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 6-8 P.M. at the Springhill Presbyterian Church in Honobia, Oklahoma with arrangements entrusted to Bowser Family Funeral Home in Broken Bow, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be Jerry Ludlow, Dustin Samuel, Kevin Ludlow, Dennis Ludlow, Tyler Hulbutta and Michael Ludlow.

Honorary pallbearers will be her great nephews and Noah York.

Online Guestbook: www.bowserffh.com

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