Ouida Murell Hatten

ouida hatten

August 21, 1937 ~ November 15, 2024

Born in: Hughes Springs, Texas
Resided in: Hughes Springs, Texas

Funeral services for Mrs. Ouida Murell Hatten, age 87, of Hughes Springs, Texas, will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Hughes Springs Community Church, with Pastor Jessie Biles officiating.  Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.  Mrs. Hatten will lie in state from 12:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2024, and there will be a time of visitation with the family from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs.

Ouida Murell Carter-Hatten was born August 21,1937 to the late Charlie and Emma Lou Hillis Carter in Hughes Springs, Texas. Ouida attended Mount Olive Schools.  She accepted Christ at an early age and attended the Bethlehem United Methodist Church and later, Hughes Springs Community Church.

On July 15, 1954, she married James Hatten and to this union 6 children were born.  Ouida worked as an insurance agent for over 30 years and was also a foster parent to many children for over 10 years.  Ouida was a loving wife and mother. She was affectionately known as “Big Mama” to so many! She never met a stranger and was always kind to all she met. “To know her was to love her.”  She loved playing the piano, singing and praising God.  She was a member of the Heroines of Jericho. She departed peacefully in her home on November 15, 2024, and will truly be missed.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charlie & Emma Lou Carter, husband, James Hatten, daughter, Jamie Todd, granddaughter, Chrystalyn Baker, siblings, L.C. Carter, Pasco Carter, Winfred Carter and Glenn Carter.

She leaves to cherish her memories: daughter, Burnett Hollis of Houston, TX, son, Ronald (Debra) Hatten of Hughes Springs, TX, daughter Patsy (Michael) Taylor of Atlanta, TX, son, Roderick Hatten of Hughes Springs, TX, daughter, Phyllis (Rickey) Harrison of Hughes Springs, TX, son, Anson (Tammie) Johnson of Greenville, TX, daughter, Aerial (Neil) Williams of Houston, TX, son, Rodrick Brown-Hatten and daughter, Shatrice Brown-Hatten of Texarkana, TX; sisters: Lillian Grimes of Dallas, TX and Vivian Betts of Hughes Springs, TX, brother-in-law, Debron Hatten Jr. of Hughes Springs, TX, 31 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and very special friends; Patricia Murphy, Gean Ellison, Gussie Stokes, Mary Love and Wanda Gaston.

Services

Funeral Ceremony: November 23, 2024 11:00 am

Hughes Springs Community Church
750 Taylor Street
Hughes Springs, Texas 75656


In State: November 22, 2024 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Reeder-Davis Funeral Home - Hughes Springs
1213 Hanes Blvd. South
Hughes Springs, Texas 75656

(903) 639-2585
https://www.reeder-davis.com/

Visitation: November 22, 2024 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Reeder-Davis Funeral Home - Hughes Springs
1213 Hanes Blvd. South
Hughes Springs, Texas 75656

(903) 639-2585
https://www.reeder-davis.com/

Cemetery:

Woodlawn Memorial Park
1213 Hanes Blvd.
Hughes Springs, Texas 75656


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      • With deepest sympathy for the lost of your love one, may God continue to hold you in his arms doing your time of sorrow and give you strength in the days ahead You are forever in my prayers and continue to look unto the Lord which cometh thy help and strength

  1. Candle 4Ms. Ouida was such a dear dear friend.
    I was blessed to be welcomed into her lovely home so many times. She hosted my wedding shower 35 years ago.
    She will be missed. Prayers for all family and friends who loved her.
    Respectfully,
    Jannell Willis Dunnington

  2. Candle 1Jeramy and family,
    I’m so sorry for your loss and my condolences and prayers are with you today. Earth’s loss but heaven’s gain.

  3. So sorry about your loss.She was such a beautiful person,will miss seeing that beautiful smile that was so full of life

  4. Candle 5Aunt Ouida, you will be truly missed. I will miss your smile, advice and singing. Thanks for always being a light in our lives and so many others. I love you. I’m praying for the entire family.

  5. Candle 5Aunt Ouida I love you so much!! Thanks for all the laughs and advice!! You were the absolute BEST!! I took great pride in being your niece! You will truly missed! It just WON’T be the same without you! Love you Chic!! Thanks for GREAT MEMORIES!!

  6. Candle 4My condolences to the Hatten, Carter family I love you all..Ouida will be truly miss…Rest in peace beautiful lady..

  7. May our Father comfort the family in their sorrow. Prayers are being sent up on the behalf of the family and peace be with you all.

  8. Candle 2Dear Hatten Family,

    We are deeply saddened by the loss of your mother and our dear Aunt Ouida. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love that will continue to bless this family. May the cherished memories of her life bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.

    With heartfelt sympathy,
    Clarice & Ron Moore

  9. Phyllis and the Hatten family. I send my prayers and condolences to this beautiful family. I will certainly miss mother and her beautiful smile. She was such a lovely person and I thank God for her being a part of my life. Mother will never be forgotten. She will always be a part of you and forever in your hearts. May God give you strength, peace and comfort in this hour of grief. And the days to come.

  10. Candle 8My heartfelt condolences for your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength you need to get through this difficult time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all.

  11. Candle 1Sending you strength and support during this challenging period and comfort and peace in the days ahead,
    Sincerely,
    The King Family

  12. Candle 8To The Hatten Family,

    We send our heartfelt condolences to you. Cousin Quida will be deeply missed, but always remembered. May our LORD comfort you during your time of bereavement.

    Marvin and Theresa Foster; Oreatha Edney-Sheets

  13. Praying that God will surround you with his love, comfort and sweet peace in the loss of your love one.

  14. Candle 8Sorry to hear about the passing of Ouida, Praying for the family and friends whom I have known all of my life.
    Praying that God will give you the strength to endure the loss of your love one ♥️🙏

  15. Candle 2Love you Hatten Family. If you need anything we (Mama Zina, Patrice & CJ) will be here to assist in any matter. Continue Peace & Blessings to you, for Big Mama Touched our lives for decades.

    • With deepest sympathy for your lost, may God give you strength as you go through the days ahead, she’s just resting in the arms of the Lord

  16. Candle 8Family, our condolences and heart goes out to you on the passing of Aunt Ouida. We will keep you lifted in prayer 🙏🏾.
    Pete and Marilyn Blackmon.

  17. To my lovely neices Shantel & AJ auntie loves you both. To their mother Phillis and family you all have my deepest sympathy. I pray that God would give you an oil of joy for your mourning and a peace that passes all understanding. I remember meeting Mother Hatton she was so kind and had a beautiful smile may she rest in God’s arms until you meet again.
    Will J’s Forever First Lady

  18. Candle 5I am sorry to hear of the passing of your devoted love one..Prayers sent up for comfort today and in the days to come! ❤️🙏🙏🙏


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