Jerry Daryl Angel, 87, of Poteau, Oklahoma, passed away on April 28, 2026, in Poteau, Oklahoma.
Jerry was born on December 21, 1938, in Oologah, Oklahoma, to Myrtle (Wilson) Angel and John Angel. He married Gloria “Penny” Angel on October 17, 1959, in Daytona Beach, Florida.
A loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Jerry was a child of the Most Highest God and a steady anchor for his family and community. He dedicated many years of service as a firefighter at Kennedy Space Center and also worked as a horseshoer, welder, and rancher, embodying a strong work ethic and a servant’s heart throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Myrtle Angel; and his siblings, Mary Jon Machart and Judy Ann Lee.
Jerry is survived by his beloved wife, Gloria “Penny” Angel of the home; his son, Kirk Angel; his daughter, Kristy Meeks of Wister, Oklahoma; his granddaughters, Kayla Angel (Jon Casity), Emily Morrison (Nate Morrison), and Karagin Angel; and his great-grandchildren, Maverick Angel, Jace Sweeten, Lucas Morrison, and Jakson Morrison.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Evans Chapel in Poteau, Oklahoma, with Phil McGehee officiating. Burial will follow at Ellis Chapel Cemetery in Wister, Oklahoma, under the direction of Evans & Miller Funeral Home of Poteau, Oklahoma.
You may leave an online message at www.evansandmillerfuneralhome.com.

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