Lillian “Lily” Nessa Stiles entered this world on August 30th, 2026, at 11:43am in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Where she was loved and shared a short hour and half being loved on and held by her Daddy and Momma.

While Lily’s life on earth may not have been long her little life will be carried on by those who’s love her. Her Father and Mother Jerry and Shania Stiles of Shady Point, Ok. Maternal grandparents Jason and Marilyn Smith of Keota, Ok, Paternal grandmother Eugenia Rodebush, and husband Terry of McAlester, OK. One special sibling Zaylee Darneal, who was her momma’s first baby girl and who holds a very special place in Lily’s life. One maternal great grandmother Beverly Smith of Keota, OK. One paternal great grandfather Mike Thompson of Shady Point, OK. Her aunts and uncles, DeeDra Honeycutt and husband Johnny of Keota, OK. Creed Smith and wife Cailea of Muldrow, OK. Augusta Williams and husband Corey of Poteau, OK. Sasha Lewis and husband Caleb of Shady Point, OK. Brandon Stiles and wife Kelsey of McAlester, OK. A wonderful Pastor Bro. Ellis and wife Mrs. Joyce of Poteau, OK. Along with numerous great aunts and uncles, numerous cousins, the church family of Poteau Valley Baptist Church, and the Poteau Walmart crew.

Lily was received into the loving arms of Jesus and also greeted by her maternal great grandparents (papa) Charley and (memaw) Dorthy Thompson, (Poppi) Jerry Smith, great grandma Glee Brown, Great Aunt Krystal Smith and cousin Jason Luke. Paternal great grandpa Eugene Stiles, and great grandmother (Mimi) Brenda Thompson.

Lillian was named Lily because she is our Lily in the Valley—a beautiful reminder of Jesus, His love, and the hope we have even in life’s deepest valleys. We chose Nessa because it means miracle, and that is exactly what she is to us—our precious miracle and the answer to so many prayers. Though our time with her was far too short, her love and the mark she left on our hearts will last forever. She will always be our Lily in the Valley, our miracle, and our beloved daughter.

Services for Lillian “Lily” Stiles will be held 2pm – Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Poteau Valley Baptist Church 119 Waddle Street Poteau, Oklahoma with Pastor Mickey Ellis officiating and private family burial at Keota Cemetery in Keota, Oklahoma. The Family of Lillian Stiles will greet friends from 5pm – 7pm on Friday, September 4, 2026, at The Cedars on Dewey 520 Dewey Ave Poteau, Oklahoma. Casket bearers will be Brandon Stiles and Creed Smith. Honorary Casket Bearers will be Jeremy McBride and Billy Crandell.

Online condolences can be made at www.holtfuneralandcremation.com

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