On February 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., Lorene Harris peacefully entered into the rest of the lord. She was surrounded by her family and friends.
Lorene was born February 25, 1933, to Joe Newton and Fannie (Howard) Newton in Fort Towson, Oklahoma, and was the youngest of 6 siblings.
She was educated in Choctaw County, Oklahoma Public Schools in Hugo, Oklahoma. Lorene was a deeply devoted wife and mother. Her husband, James CC Harris, preceded her in death, December 24, 2001. Also, preceding her in death were her parents, Joe and Fannie Newton; 2 sisters, Arlene Newton and Fayrene Sharp; 1 brother, James Newton and son-in- law, Will Davis ll.
A faithful, long-time member of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, Tullahassee, Oklahoma. Lorene also served as an Eastern Star during her younger years.
She leaves to cherish her memory: 3 daughters, Barbara Davis of Phoenix, AZ; Olia Brown of Yukon, OK., Donna McGill ( Husband Dezo) of San Tan Valley, AZ, 1 son- DJ Harris(Wife Ursula) of Phoenix, AZ; 1 Sister-Claudia Woods of Greenwood, MS. and 1 Brother-Sammy Newton (Wife Marie} of Mesa, AZ; 22 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.
Aunt Lorene, I will always think of you as the strong steady Aunt Wife and mother. From my perch as a young child through my years as an adult ; I was always grateful of the time you took to welcome, provide guidance and add your special touch of love you provided in the meals provided at your home in Porter Oklahoma For me You and Uncle Curtiss were an example I have followed in my own loving family. I believe the most important thing we can do in life is to be the steady light for our children, grand children. I love you and am forever grateful that God shared your energy. Love your Nephew “Red”