Laura Lorene Knight

Lorene Knight of Pauls Valley entered this life on June 4, 1910 born to George W. and Laura Evans Powell in Pauls Valley. Lorene entered eternal life on Friday, August 5, 2011 at the age of 101 years. Lorene was a beloved teacher. She will be remembered most for her infinite, unsurpassable love of family, church, friends and anyone one who crossed her path. Lorene began her church membership at the age of 12. She joined Whitebead Methodist Church which her Grandfather established as one of the first Methodist churches in the area. Thereafter, she joined First United Methodist Church in Pauls Valley where she was an active member for 74 years. Lorene was selected as the United Methodist Woman of the Month in July, 1977 in recognition of her many years of faithful service. She taught Sunday School class for second, third and fourth graders for 50 years and was actively engaged in the Church’s many committees, outreach, and the (WSCS) United Methodist Women’s group. She was also a district officer for the UMW and was active in all phases, serving as President of the local chapter for many years. Lorene was the recipient of the Special Lifetime Membership Pin. Lorene was a beloved teacher both in the church and in the school. She began her teaching career in Peavine School, a one room schoolhouse, where she taught for 1 ½ years. Thereafter, she taught at Whitebead School for 6 years and 10 years at Lee Grade School. Lorene was active in her community and involved in two bridge clubs. She also was a member of Home Demonstration Club, Ruth Circle, and Alternative Saturday Study Club. She presented numerous book reviews and devotionals and played a leadership role in many other community activies. She served as a Silver Haired Legislator for 2 years and as a Gray Lady volunteer in her early years. Lorene never met a challenge that she didn’t like and cheerfully served her church and community. Mrs. Knight is survived by: Step-son: James Knight of Tulsa, Oklahoma Nephews: Reece Womack of Edmond, Oklahoma Larry Womack of Broken Bow, Oklahoma Nieces: Nadine Womack Skillings of Tulsa, Oklahoma Debra Powell of Tulsa, Oklahoma Laura Ard of Bethesda, Maryland Step-grandchild: Debra Johnson of Monroe, Louisiana Mrs. Knight was preceded in death by: Husband: Clarence Knight Parents: George and Laura Powell Brothers: Alvin Powell and Raymond E. Ard Sister: Virginia Powell Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Pauls Valley with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will be in the Whitebead Cemetery under the direction of Wooster Funeral Home. You may send a condolence to the family at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com.

Laura Lorene Knight

June 4, 1909 - August 5, 2011