Nora Lita Lara-KunkeL Obituary

With heavy hearts we share the obituary of Nora Lita Lara-Kunkel (1964–2026). Nora was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, church member, and friend who built a life centered on faith, family, and service. Nora Lita Lara-Kunkel, age 62, passed away on September 21, 2026, in Antlers, Oklahoma. She was born on May 19, 1964, in Loma Linda, California, to Jose Lara Jr. and Adelina Lara.

On September 3, 1989, Nora married the love of her life, Kevin Kunkel, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and service, and for the past 20 years they proudly called Antlers, Oklahoma, home.

Nora was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, church member, and friend whose kindness and quiet strength touched the lives of many. She faithfully served as treasurer of the Antlers Seventh-day Adventist Church for approximately 13 years, demonstrating a deep commitment to her church family and a spirit of faithful stewardship.

She is survived by her husband, Kevin Kunkel of Antlers, Oklahoma; her children, Alexander Kunkel and Gabrielle Kunkel, both of Antlers, Oklahoma; her mother, Adelina Lara of Antlers, Oklahoma, formerly of Falfurrias, Texas; and her brothers, Israel Lara and wife Marcy of Premont, Texas, Baldemar Lara and wife Isabel of Falfurrias, Texas, and Roel Lara and wife Nora Liza of Premont, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jose Lara Jr.; her grandfather, Jose Lara; and her grandmother, Paulita Lara.

Nora enjoyed a variety of interests that reflected both her adventurous spirit and her appreciation for life's simple pleasures. She loved snow skiing and hiking and found joy in flower gardening, puzzles, and photography. These activities brought her happiness and allowed her to express her creativity, curiosity, and love of the outdoors. Whether exploring a mountain trail, tending her garden, solving a puzzle, or capturing a special moment through the lens of her camera, Nora found beauty in the world around her.

Those who knew Nora will remember her warm heart, unwavering faith, gentle nature, and dedication to the people she loved. Her memory will remain a source of comfort and strength to her family and friends, who will forever cherish the time they were blessed to share with her.

Nora Lita Lara-Kunkel will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all whose lives she touched. Her legacy of faith, service, and love will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her.