Eva Olean Tennal

Eva "Olean" Tennal of Hillsboro, Missouri, passed away on September 18, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on January 25, 1946, in Booneville, MS. She was the daughter to Hoyt and Louise Oakes.

Olean is dearly remembered and loved by her three daughters, Karen (Chris) Rauch of Imperial, MO, Pam (Johnna Zurliene) Oakes of Hillsboro, MO and Lisa Barnes of Hillsboro, MO. Along with two granddaughters Brandy Westbrook of Festus, MO and Megan (Anthony Earll) Zurliene of Seattle, WA. As well as one great granddaughter Jemma James Earll. She is remembered and loved by five siblings, Dean (Mae) Brimingham of Olive Branch, MS, Raymond (Janie) Oakes of Lepanto, AR, Melvey Russell of Manila, AR, Lamar (Mary Joyce) Oakes of Jonesboro, AR, and Tommy Oakes of Denwood, AR. And many nieces, nephews, great and great-great nieces and nephews. She is dearly remembered and loved by countless friends and extended family. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, and youngest sister, Tony Oakes and husband Roy W. Tennal.

Olean used her life to serve God and others. She worked as a waitress until she had to medically retire. She loved having fun and laughing, she was a great seamstress even on the dog’s toys, she loved to cook good country food and loved to get dressed up and go to nice dinners always with white table clothes, said it made her feel special, she was already special. But nothing meant more to her than spending time with her family no matter what it was. All that knew and loved her will remember her brilliant smile and loving touch and prayers. A friend once asked please have your mom to pray for me, she has a direct line to God. 

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. until time of service at 3:00 p.m. at Peace Tabernacle Church, 11096 Highway 21, Hillsboro, MO officiated by Pastor Tim Thiessen. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Peace Tabernacle Church or to the Humane Society. Share your condolences at cozeanfuneralhome.com.

God, Please Hold Our Mother Close. Always and forever in our hearts.