Verla ‘Harlene’ Huckins

Verla Harlene Huckins, known to friends and family as Harlene, Nene or Memaw, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2023, in Kingfisher.

She was born Jan. 18, 1939, in Enid.

Harlene graduated from Omega High School, class of 1957, and one of her favorite accomplishments was winning the Omega girls basketball state championship in 1955.

She went on to have a successful career at Cimarron Electric as a dispatcher, where she dedicated over 20 years of service before retiring.

Harlene is survived by her son, Criss Huckins and his wife Deby of Sulphur, La.; her granddaughters Amber Albers of Kingfisher and Megan Huckins of Lake Charles, La.; her grandson Matthew Huckins of Kingfi sher; her brother Kerwin Crist and his wife Pat of Oklahoma City; her sister Gaytha Kreymborg of Edmond; and sister-in-law Wanda Crist of Krugerville, Texas.

Harlene also leaves behind her great-granddaughter, Harlyn Albers, who brought immense joy to her life.

Harlene was preceded in death by her husband Jack Huckins, son Lynn Huckins, parents Harold and Verla Crist and her brothers James Arden Crist and Eldon Crist.

Harlene was a talented seamstress and crafter.

She also enjoyed traveling to various casinos around the country, where she could be found trying her luck at the slot machines or playing blackjack.

Harlene’s love for her family was evident in everything she did and she took great pride in all of their accomplishments.

A funeral service to honor Harlene’s life will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 26, at the First Christian Church of Kingfisher.

Viewing will be held at Wilson Funeral Home-Kingfisher (1612 S. Main St.) from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, June 25.