Nadine Baukman of Pocola, Oklahoma was born August 18, 1942 in Watts, Oklahoma to Albert and Helen (Akins) McCoy and passed away on March 4, 2026 in Fort Smith, Arkansas at the age of 83.

She is survived by:

Two sons:

Daron Baukman and wife Shawn of Pocola, Oklahoma

Kenneth Baukman of Fort Smith, Arkansas

Six grandchildren:

Aly, Alex, Bryan, Kayla, Damian, and Brooklynn

Six great-grandchildren

A host of other loved ones and a host of friends whom loved her very much

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Tommy Baukman; one son, Chawn Baukman; one brother, Dewayne McCoy; one great-granddaughter, Paisley.

Nadine was a longtime resident of the area, a 1962 graduate of Watts High School, and a member of the Pioneer CB Club. She was proud of her American Indian heritage. Nadine was a housewife, enjoyed yard sales, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. Nadine will be missed by all who loved and knew her.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 9, 2026 at the Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home Chapel in Heavener, Oklahoma with Pastor Clint Beesley officiating. Burial will follow in Hill Cemetery in Heavener, Oklahoma under the care of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.

Pallbearers will be: Her Family

Viewing and family visitation will be on Sunday, March 8, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

To sign Nadine’s online guestbook please visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com

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