Paul Sears

Paul Gregory Sears, age 69, of Roland, Oklahoma passed away on July 24, 2026, in Fort Smith. He was born December 14, 1956, in Long Beach, California to Leo and Elaine Sears.

Paul married Joyce Bateman on October 27, 2002, and they shared twenty-four wonderful years together. Paul worked as a truck driver, spending much of his life on the road, where he made friendships along the way.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and two sisters.

He is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Sears; his daughters, Penni Sears, Amanda Sears, and Jennifer Olsen and her husband, Matt; his son, Jason Mitchusson; nine grandchildren; seven brothers; one sister; three sisters-in-law; one brother-in-law; three nieces; three nephews; and two great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews, all of whom will cherish his memory.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 30, at 10:00 a.m. at Oakland Cemetery, located at 1401 South McKenna Street, Poteau, Oklahoma 74953. Services are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.