Dwight Truman Combs was born August 16, 1941 in Jobe, Missouri, the son of Floyd Combs and Amanda Williams Combs, and departed this life on February 8, 2021.
He was united in marriage on May 19, 1961 to Linda Boren.
Truman was preceded in death by his twin sons, Mitchell David and Mark Kevin; his parents, Floyd and Amanda Combs; five brothers, Glen, Harris, Clifford, Benny and Bill; two infant brothers, and two sisters, Helen Bray and Madge Roach.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Linda Combs of the family home; three sons, Scott (Kim) of Piedmont, Missouri, Darin of Scottsdale Arizona, and Dalin of the family home; one sister, Pat Wynn of Alton, Missouri; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; other relatives; and many friends.
Truman graduated Alton High School with the class of 1959. He honorably served in the United States Navy for four years. After his military career, Truman worked for the Missouri State Water Patrol, retiring after 27 years.
He was a Christian and a member of the Thayer Church of Christ. He loved his church family and always had a desire to be a help to others.
Truman will truly be missed by his family and all that knew him.
Funeral services for Dwight Truman Combs will be held on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Travis Quertermous officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to the Paragould Children’s Home. Donations may be left at Carter Funeral Home
wight T. Combs, age 79, of Thayer, Missouri, died Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at his home in Thayer, Missouri. Arrangements are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.
February 9, 2021 @ 6:27 pm
Linda so sorry to hear about Truman. I glad I got to spend some time with you all . First time since we joined the Navy in 1959. Will be praying for you and famiy.
February 10, 2021 @ 8:45 am
Linda I am so sorry to hear about Truman. Will be praying for you and family in time of grief. Glad that my brother Jim and I got to visit with you and Truman last fall. First time that we had got together since joining the Navy in 1959. Keep turning to GOD and this grief will get easier. God bless you and your family.
February 10, 2021 @ 3:51 pm
Prayers for his family…
February 11, 2021 @ 7:06 pm
Mom & I send our deepest condolences to you and your sons. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.
Much Love,
Mary and Nancy Landes
February 17, 2021 @ 10:30 am
Linda, Leslie and I are so sorry for your loss. I remember well many of the talks I had with Truman while working Stockton Lake. I remember how devoted he was to his church. He was a fine man and im glad I knew him. We love and pray for you and your family during this time and that God’s peace will rest upon you.
February 12, 2021 @ 8:57 am
Linda , so sorry for the loss of Truman with my deepest condolences, I remember you both well from my early years in school.
February 17, 2021 @ 7:55 am
Mrs. Combs,
My name is Tommy Roam and many years ago I worked with Truman. I’m very sorry for your loss. May God’s comfort console you at this time.
February 17, 2021 @ 5:33 pm
I am so sorry to hear of Truman’s passing. I worked with Truman for several years at the Missouri State Water Patrol. He was always a joy and always had a smile. I will have your family in my prayers.