Oleta Mae Auffert
Oleta Mae Hatfield Auffert
Funeral services for Oleta Mae Hatfield Auffert, 95, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 11, 2022, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Auffert passed away at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, May 7, 2022, at her home. She had just turned ninety-five years old.
She was born May 6, 1927, at Stilwell, Oklahoma, to Oren Franklin and Hazel Mae Parsons Hatfield. She graduated from Dahlonegah Public Schools in Stilwell with the Class of 1946. On May 5, 1946, she was married at Stilwell to Joseph Everett Auffert, who preceded her in death in May 2004. Mrs. Auffert was a homemaker and, from time to time, would babysit for special friends. Granny’s hobbies included putting puzzles together, tending to her many flowers, and spending time with her family. She was still an active member of the Howell County Rural Fire District #1 Auxiliary. She had also helped to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis Research. She enjoyed the many phone calls, visits, and cards she received through the years. Mrs. Auffert did what she could do for her community as long as her health would allow it. She was well-known for her Famous Fresh Apple Cake. Mrs. Auffert was a member of Curry Street Church of Christ, where she attended for over seventy years.
She is survived by two children, Joe Auffert, West Plains, Missouri, and Louise Ledbetter and husband, Gene, West Plains, Missouri; four grandchildren, Rick Ledbetter and special friend, Vicky Combs, Christel Cantrell and special friend, Terry King, and Stacie Auffert and special friend, Mark Rumbaugh, all of West Plains, Missouri, and Twyla Riley and husband, Danny, Mountain Home, Arkansas; and three great-grandchildren, McKenzie E’Lease Cox and fiancé, Jake Garrett, Jonesboro, Arkansas, and Emalee Grace Brashear and Marlee Shayne Brashear, West Plains, Missouri. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Everett, daughter-in-law, Gayla Auffert, granddaughter, Stephanie Dawn Auffert, son-in-law, Gene Cantrell, and one brother, Herman Hatfield.
Visitation will be prior to the service, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Casket honors during visitation will be provided by Southern Tri-County Honor Guard. Burial will be at Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Howell County Rural Fire District #1 Auxiliary or Cystic Fibrosis and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Amber Redburn
May 9, 2022 @ 7:20 pm
Louise, Gene, Twyla/Danny, Rick/Vicky, McKenzie/Jake, Emalee, and Marlee,
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the passing of Oleta. Wonderful memories not only from growing up in the neighborhood but riding the church bus every Sunday to Sunday School and church as well. I can see her standing in the kitchen a cooking up something great to eat and swinging in the swing on Worcester Street..memories I will always treasure! We will miss her greatly! May God comfort, encourage, strengthen, and give each of you peace during this difficult time. We Love all of you! May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Tim, Amber, and Corby Redburn
Amber Redburn
May 9, 2022 @ 7:22 pm
Joe, Christel/Terry, and Stacie/Mark,
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the passing of Oleta. She always had smile on her face, kind words of support, and always there for everyone! A wonderful caring Christian Lady that will be missed greatly. Prayers for comfort, encouragement, peace, and strength during this difficult time. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Tim, Amber, and Corby Redburn
Mike and Diana Pace
May 9, 2022 @ 9:43 pm
We are so sorry to hear of Oleta’s passing. She was so special and always had that sweet smile. Our deepest condolences. We are keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Faye Smith
May 11, 2022 @ 3:46 pm
So sorry for your loss. Oleta was a special sweet, Christian Lady. She always had a sweet smile and kind words for everyone. You in my thoughts and prayers. Love yas.
Mike and Diana Pace
May 9, 2022 @ 10:40 pm
We are so sorry. We have many fond memories with Oleta and will always remember her sweet smile. Our deepest condolences. We are keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Gary K Pliler
May 10, 2022 @ 8:49 am
So very sorry for your loss!! God Bless you all!!
Hassel and Alice Vandergriff
May 11, 2022 @ 7:18 am
We are so sorry to hear of Oleta’s passing and pray God’s blessings and comfort for her loved ones.
Carrie Patillo Thompson
May 11, 2022 @ 10:06 am
Sorry for your loss. Oleta was such a blessing to many who are now grieving. Prayers for all her family and friends.
Sharon (Willard) McReynolds
May 11, 2022 @ 3:17 pm
Emalee and Marlee
So sorry for your loss. You both are in my prayers.