Ms. Floyce has always been a part of my life.  In fact, she was  part of my life before I was even born!  Even though I don’t remember, because I was to young, my parents and her were part of the same church, so we went to church together when I was little and she shared in the joy with my parents, when I came into this world.  Fast forward, she sang and played the piano at my wedding.  I always adored her and she adored me.  At the end of summer 2013, Ms. Floyce and Shirley came to visit me and my mom.  Ms. Floyce played the piano while she and my mom sang at the assisted living center where my mom lived.   For that little while, time stood still and they were singing hyms together once again.  Now, they are rejoicing together in heaven and we will see them again one day.  I’m so glad  that I have that last memory of her and will always hold it close to my heart.  She was an amazing woman of God that never waivered in her faith, not even through all of her obstacles in the last couple of years.  I am so blessed to have known her and be part of her life.  Until we meet again, I love you Ms. Floyce.  

Mama Floyce will always hold a special place in my heart . She took on the challenge of raising my brother and I when we were very young , even when she already had a young son of her own to raise. She took good care of us and showed us a lot of love and compassion. I have always appreciated her for that. I know it wasn’t easy.
She also gave us the best Christmas present ever, our sister Shirley .( even though we really wanted bicycles😆)
She and her parents always welcomed us into their home and treated us like family., including my children when they came along.
I am so thankful to have known her and loved her💖
Rest In Peace sweet little mama Floyce 

I never saw Aunt Floyce without that sweet and infectious smile...she was always so happy and went out of her way to love and help people...The light of Christ that lived in her heart would light up the room she was in and always lifted the spirits of those around her.....What a beautiful, loving soldier for Christ she was...her spirit will live on in the hearts and minds of others...she is greatly missed....
With tender and loving memories. ..
...niece, debbie bates stephens

May you Rest In Peace and your beauty live on through your beautiful daughter. 

Your smile, oh that beautiful smile. I will never forget the love that radiated from within her. It was an honor to have known her.❤

I love you and are so glad that you are a part of who I am. 💖

A lot of fun memories of Shirley and I doing things at your house, Ms Floyce. One I remember most is Shirley and I going through things in your huge sewing room! We laughed and wondered how you could have collected so much stuff! Also, fun memories of singings at church. Everyone said, "we are having a singing at church today". Ms. Floyce also played a part in planning my and Donnie's wedding! We love Ms. Floyce and all the family. We are all a part of the family which includes friends. Ms. Floyce you went to Heaven just a few days after our Shellby. Y'all enjoy dancing with Jesus and we'll join that dance someday. All our love to Shirley, Brandon and Family


My sweet step-grandmother, I remember traveling to Texas to see you. I remember the excitement of going to your house. You was my only grandparent on my Father's side. I'm so glad I was able to make memories with you as a child. I Love You! Grandmother  touched so many, she will truly be missed. Until we meet again.....

I miss her a lot and I can hear her voice still. I know my Daddy loved her so much. I only wish a million times I could have spent more time with her and you all. I finally met Trase and we tried and wanted too....she told me she loved Trase and he was a good man and he was so sweet to her. That was a blessing that she gave me and him too. It meant a lot she felt he was a good man. It made me know too.  It will never be the same. I miss her a lot and think of her always. She loved you so much Shirley treasure the memories and I am always here for you. Love Maria, Trase, Matthew and Alexa ❤️

I have many memories of Mama Floyce. Being friends with Shirley and living fairly close together, I spent many hours in her home. She always made me feel welcome and just like “one of the kids”. I remember going to singings at various churches where she would play piano while Shirley and I sang, wearing dresses that Mrs. Bates had made. My favorite memory is going to Beavers Bend with Shirley, Floyce and Mr. Trusty. We went to the Kiamichi Festival, probably one of the first ones that was held there. The three of them convinced me to try frog legs that night. They do not taste like chicken, but they were good, just like everything else she cooked! I will always remember her when I hear that rolling piano style of music that she loved so much. She was a wonderful lady and she will truly be missed.

What an awesome lady she was. So strong in her faith and opinion I might add. It was a joy and privilege to be her pastor, but also a friend. She will certainly be missed. Love you Bossy Flosy. Till we meet again!!!

Vanita, Greg and I are so very saddened by the loss of Floyce. Our hearts and prayers are with you Shirley and family.  You are in our thoughts. All our love - Jane

I remember when I was very young and would go to church with my Aunt Glenda Fant, I would love to hear her sing.  I loved seeing her when  my Aunt passed away and she was at her funeral, I got to hear her beautiful voice. Love you Shirley and will always think of you.
Brenda

Visitation

Funeral Service

Donley Aaron

James Legate

Shirley Cowan

Also left to cherish her memory are her grandson; Brandon Cowan, 3 step grandchildren; Logan, Tony and Autumn Hanning and 3 step great grandchildren, Kylie, Jaxon and Waylon.

OBITUARY

Floyce Rae Bates Thompson

January 4, 1933 – March 30, 2018

East Funeral Home

Show your support

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Updates

Services