Deneyce O’Keefe Cole, age 64, of Quitman, Arkansas, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024. She was born March 10, 1960 in Muskogee, Oklahoma to the late Daniel O’Keefe and Dorothy Trantham. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Peggy Prado.

Deneyce is survived by 4 generations; her husband, Cheyenne Cole; daughters, Brenna (Keith) Egan, and Bridget (Michael) Bolson; sons, Jory (Candy) Cole and Trampas K. Dillon; honorary daughter, Jessica Green; sister, Pat Scott; brother, Mike O’Keefe; 6 Granddaughters, Morgan Lenaway, Alexis Strickland, Emily Brister, Brooklynn Cole, Calleigh Bolson, and Jaclyn Dillon; 4 Grandsons, Cristian Bolson, Logan Cole, Remy Dillon, and Archer Dillon; and 4 Great Grandsons, Wyatt Johnston, Jhett Lenaway, Stihl Brister, and Orion Strickland

Deneyce had a wonderfully full life. She was a loving wife to her husband Cheyenne for 33 years of marriage. They enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, and all sorts of outdoor activities together. Together they raised 4 children, who had no shortage of love and guidance.

Deneyce was truly an animal lover, having an amazing way with nearly every animal she encountered. She lovingly raised birds, deer, raccoons, squirrels, cats, dogs, and horses throughout her life. She even helped rehabilitate many dogs at a local animal shelter. Deneyce was a lifelong artist. She had a knack for drawing, painting, and even airbrushing, however, she discovered her artistic calling when she took up taxidermy. She proved to be a natural, and quickly became one of the best whitetail deer taxidermists in Louisiana and Mississippi. Deneyce was among the hardest of workers holding many different jobs over the years. She worked at drug stores, banks, country clubs, city halls, marinas, and many more places lucky enough to have her. She was always willing to lend an ear to those who needed help, guidance, or just love. She was a mentor to many young people in her life who all benefited from her sincere care. She will be dearly missed, forever loved, and fondly remembered by all that knew her.

Loved ones are invited and encouraged to attend a Celebration of Life ceremony on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm at 340 Nola Porter Rd., Quitman, AR 72131.