Cloretha Pouncil

Cloretha Pouncil, 75, of Tulsa, Oklahoma formerly of Independence, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at OSU Medical Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma

She was born on October 21, 1950, in Coffeyville, Kansas to Olander and Beulah (Boganey) Shields. Cloretha grew up and attended school in Coffeyville, graduating from Field Kindley High School.

On October 23, 1967, she was united in marriage to James C. Pouncil, Sr. Following their marriage, they made their home in Independence, where they raised their children. Her husband preceded her in death on October 3, 2003

Cloretha was a dedicated Nurse's Aide and retired from Glenwood Estates in Independence, Kansas, carrying with her a strong passion for health care.

Cloretha enjoyed painting. She was a woman who lived her life with purpose and passion. The heart of her life was her family: she cherished every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and siblings.

Cloretha is survived by her children, TaNisha Burks, James Curtis Pouncil, Jr., and Tony Pouncil; her sisters, Arlene Britt, Ella Mitchell, and Claudia Maxwell; and brothers Victor Shields and Lester Shields. She also leaves behind a host of beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cloretha was preceded in death by her parents, Olander and Beulah Shields, her husband James C. Pouncil, Sr., as well as her sisters, Connie and Betty Shields.

Private family burial will take place in Mt. Hope Cemetery in Independence, Kansas

Please join us in celebrating her life by sharing your memories and photos of Cloretha on her memorial page at www.dwbfh.com.