of Scranton, AR
March 31, 1950 - December 13, 2022
Phil Mikles, 72, a resident of Scranton, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Greenhurst Nursing Center in Charleston.
He was born March 31, 1950 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to the late James Elzie Mikles and Dorothy (Beck) Abney. Phil grew up in the Baptist faith. After graduating high school, Phil served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. After his military service, Phil married Lesa (Reagan) Mikles in 1985 at Perryton, Texas. Upon returning from service, Phil also began a career he grew to love, working on rights of way. During his time working he served in many positions with his most recent and notable position being project manager. In his spare time, Phil loved hunting and fishing and most importantly spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Phil was preceded in death by a brother, John Dempsey and a sister, Carolyn Cooper.
Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Lesa Mikles of Scranton; son, Buck Mikles, wife, Kara and their son, Tate all of Scott; son, Steven Mikles, wife, Megan and their daughters, Peyton and Anna all of Oviedo, Florida; a son, Elzie Mikles, wife, Jamie and their sons, Wyatt and Waylon all of Scranton; a daughter, Jamie Tencleve, husband, Jeff and their sons, Luke and Lane all of Charleston. In addition, Phil leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 15, 2022 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 16, 2022 at Fort Smith National Cemetery in Fort Smith. Burial with military honors provided by the United States Air Force Honor Guard will follow under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Bryan Bone, Shea Peterson, Ricky Hurst, Alfred Crenshaw, Floyd Parnell, Randy Hurst, Stanley Bryant and Jay McAnally.
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31 Condolence(s)
Jodi Graverson
Sunday, May 21, 2023
Lesa,
Thinking of you. Hoping you are doing well. Would love to connect.
Love and miss you!
Roger and Kristina Curry
Thursday, December 22, 2022
Came to know Phil and Lesa both in the oil/gas industry and they both knew and performed their positions well. Gained great respect for Phil for his Project dedication. Rest in peace my friend and thank you for your service. Prayers for his Family may God heal your pain.
JODI K GRAVERSON
Sunday, December 18, 2022
Oh Lesa,
Word just came my direction of your loss. My heart is with you and your family. Seeking ways to connect. Please do so when you feel comfortable to do so. Love and miss you.
Jodi 913. 220-5995 jgraverson@hscatholic.org
Susan Lane
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Buzzy & Cristi Walker
Friday, December 16, 2022
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. Our sincere condolences.
Teresa Prewett
Thursday, December 15, 2022
My thoughts, prayers, and love go out to all of you….ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ™ðŸ»ðŸ’œðŸ’›
John Harwell
Thursday, December 15, 2022
will miss my "one of a kind" friend .
Mitch Weeks
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Lisa and family. I’m so sorry to hear about Phil’s passing. May God keep you and bless you in this time of need. Many prayers, Mitch.
Brenda Travis
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
So sorry for the family loss. Phil was a good man enjoyed working for him . Prayers for family
Shannon Gwin
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
I’m so blessed to have known Phil and call him friend. I will miss our conversations! Praying for Lesa and the family.
Brittany Wagner Lay
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Lesa,
My prayers are with you, Elzie, Jamie, Buck, and Steve.
Love and hugs,
Brittany
Judith Mikles Lamb
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
I’m so sorry to learn another Mikles cousin has passed away. It’s been many years since seeing him but I remember he was a good and fun guy. My prayers for all Phil’s family and dear friends. May God comfort you as you grieve the loss of his physical presence.
Debra Manezz
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Kathy Yarborough Finley
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Lisa and family,
So sorry to hear about Phil, God wrap your loving arms the family during these hard days ahead in your name I pray. Love his cousin, Kathy
Lisa Denise Turpin
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
May the Lord comfort your family. Buck, Kara and Tate you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Gentry Hubbard
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
I had the pleasure of getting to work with Phil. He was one of kind! My thoughts and prayers to his family.
STEVE MCLAUGHLIN
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
We wish to extend our Condolences to the Mikles family !
Phil was a great man and brother mason, he will definitely be missed !
Glynda McConnell
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
My deepest condolences to all of the family. I thought so much of Phil and enjoyed our friendship through the years. He was a wonderful character and I know all of you will greatly miss him. Prayers for each of you that God will give you comfort and peace.
MIka Vaught Askew
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
So saddened by the loss of Phil.
He was always loved and will forever be missed.
Steve Halter
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Phil was a dear friend. He will be missed by many
Lynn Powell
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Many condolences on your loss.
Pam Schartz-Ethetton
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
I’m so sorry for your loss. He was a good man!
Nancy Terry
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family.
Steve Lockwood
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Mikles family! If you were Blessed in knowing Phil, then you know Phil was one of a kind!!! Rest in Peace buddy your friends Lockwood and Di.
Scheri Schmidt
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Phil is be greatly missed, he was such an amazing man. Sending all my thoughts and prayers to his family.
Edwina and Lloyd Keller
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family!
Keith Jackson
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Ted Bradshaw
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Phil was a good man . I'm so sorry for your loss. We had some really fun times together. He always made me laugh.
BILL LYNCH
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Proud to of grown up with both Johnny and phil!!great guys!!
Fran Broomfield
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Prayers for the family.
Neal Wade
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Mikles Family
Thoughts and prayers for sure, Phil was a good Friend, and customer, had a lot of great memories getting to know Him on the lake! He will be missed by many people for sure!
Rest in peace Our Friend
Neal and Tammy Wade