She is survived by:
Her children:
Cathy Janway and husband Nathan of Heavener, Oklahoma
Cody Putman of the Big Cedar Community
Ellis Hicks of Hot Springs, Arkansas
Her grandchildren:
Taylor Melton and husband Stephen of Burleson, Texas
Cody Putman, Jr. of the Big Cedar Community
Nikki Putman of Shady Point, Oklahoma
Cheyann Cullers and husband Cyle of Wister, Oklahoma
Hunter Gandy of Panama, Oklahoma
Ashley Hicks of Cleburne, Texas
Numerous great-grandchildren
Her cousins:
Janice Divine of Aztec, New Mexico
Jerie Ruebush of Gentry, Arkansas
Numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends
She is preceded in death by her mother, Zell Pitt; her father, Walter Morris; her step-father, H.B. Pitt; Her ex-husband, Freddy Wayne; and two cousins, Kathy Hand and Paula McFarland.
Carol was a longtime resident of the area and was a dedicated tax consultant. Outside of her work, Carol had a passion for raising goats, which brought her joy and connection to nature. She also enjoyed thrift shopping and pampering herself with regular visits to the nail salon. Carol found immense happiness in watching her great-grandchildren engage in various activities, and she cherished the time spent with her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, always ready with a warm smile and a listening ear. Her kindness, generosity, and love for those around her made a lasting impact on all who knew her. Carol will be deeply missed by her family and friends, who will carry her memory in their hearts.
A graveside service to honor Carol’s life will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, May 9, 2026 at New Home Cemetery in the Big Cedar Community with Pastor Cody Nix officiating. Burial will follow under the direction and care of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home in Heavener, Oklahoma.
Viewing will be 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Thursday; 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday; and 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Saturday.
The family will visit with friends on Friday, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be: Cody Putman, Nathan Janway, Cyle Cullers, Cody Putman, Jr., Hunter Gandy, and Stephen Melton.
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