Martha Ann Scott obituary

Martha Ann (Shelton) Scott, 69, of Heavener was born on Dec. 20, 1956 in Poteau to Gene and Lena (Byrd) Shelton and went to be with the Lord on Aug. 1, 2026 at her home in Heavener surrounded by her family.

Funeral service is 2 p.m., Wednesday at the Tyro Community Church, 8401 AR 252 Hackett, Arkansas 72937 with Pastor Steve Quick officiating. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery in Panama, under the direction and care of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home in Heavener.

Martha, a beloved resident of the community and a proud graduate of Mansfield High School, class of 1975, left a lasting impact on all who knew her. After earning her LPN degree from Westark Community College, she dedicated 40 years of life to nursing and retired from PinkBud Home for the Golden Years in Greenwood, Arkansas. Martha’s passion for caring for others was evident in her work, and she found great joy in making a difference in her patients’ lives.

In addition to her nursing career, Martha was a licensed CPA, showcasing her diverse talents and dedication to her community. A devout member of the Pentecostal faith, she actively participated in Tyro Community Church, where she found fellowship and friendship.

Martha cherished her time spent with family and friends, always sharing her radiant smile that could brighten any room. She was known for her warmth and friendliness, never hesitating to greet a stranger with kindness. Martha will be deeply missed by all who loved her. Her legacy of compassion and joy will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched.

Survivors are her husband, Charlie Scott, of the home; two sons Michael Scott and wife Kellie of Heavener, and Isaac Scott of Heavener; five sisters Shirley Webb of Huntington, Arkansas, Priscella Harrison of Huntington, Arkansas, Rebecca Holt of Longview, Texas, Ruth Carnell of Greenwood, Arkansas, and Bea Heydenreich and husband Verne of Buffalo Valley; one brother Carl Shelton and wife Virginia of Heavener; sister-in-law, Pam Shelton; two grandchildren Abbigail and Karson Scott; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loved ones, and friends who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gene and Lena Shelton; three brothers, Billy Gene Shelton, Bobby Shelton, and Randy Shelton; and one sister, Dona Holland.

Viewing is from noon to 8 p.m., Tuesday. Family will visit with friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pallbearers are, David Oliver, David Hudgens, Mark Oliver, Cash Oliver, Charley Crosswell, Charley Ritchie, and David Stover.

To sign Martha’s online guestbook, visit www.dowdenrobertsfuneralhome.com.

Heavener.news posts paid obituaries, which includes all the information, and memorials with the main information, plus pictures for both. Obituaries are $25 each while the memorials are a free service for our readers. Obituaries and memorials MUST come from a funeral home. Funeral homes can email news@heavener.news.