Lois Ann Sisco's Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lois Ann Pullen Sisco, who departed this world on July 15, 2024, in Castro Valley, California. Lois was born on January 11, 1934, in Eufaula, Oklahoma, to Theodore Pullen and Ethel Vaughn (Coppick) Pullen.
The majority of her childhood was spent in Fort Smith, Arkansas. However, in the late 1930s and early 1940s, Lois spent part of her childhood in Visalia, California, where she would always tell the story of living in a chicken house. She and her family later moved back to Fort Smith, Arkansas, where she met and married David B. Sisco “Jr.”. They moved to California around 1951 after their oldest daughter was born; their remaining five children were born in the San Francisco Bay Area. Lois and Dave were road warriors, packing their kids in the back of the station wagon and later in a camper for their annual cross-country vacations.
Lois worked at the Hunt’s cannery in Hayward until it closed in 1981. She devoted her life to her family. She is survived by her six loving children and their spouses: Patricia and David Bright, Tom and Sue Sisco, Carol and Mike Silva, Mike and Marie Sisco, Debbie and Richard Mero, and Terry and Jane Sisco. She is also cherished by her extended family, including:
Two brothers: Robert Pullen of Van Buren, Arkansas, and Darrell Pullen of Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Two sisters: Doris Jenkins of Hackett, Arkansas, and Joan Mabry of Fort Smith, Arkansas.
12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Ethel Pullen; her husband, David Bryan Sisco Jr.; and her siblings, Ted Pullen, Floyd Pullen, and Betty Lennington-Jones.
Known affectionately as a bit of a smartass, Lois never missed an opportunity to insert a witty comment or a cheeky remark, much to the delight (and occasional exasperation) of her loved ones. Lois enjoyed visiting cemeteries with her sisters in search of ancestors and created a massive ancestral tree. She cherished her conversations with her grandkids, whether about sports or current events, and had strong opinions about both. She hosted many family gatherings that held special memories for her kids and grandkids. Her kindness, humor, and strength will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends.
Lois was interred with her husband, David, also known as D.B. or Jr., at Lone Tree Cemetery after 30 years of keeping his ashes close to her. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Lois and David’s memory.
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