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Ronald Keith Knepper

Ronald Keith Knepper son of the late Harold Keith Knepper and Mary Margaret Carter (Corbin) passed away on September 8, 2022 peacefully at his home in South Fork, Missouri. Ronald was born January 7, 1949, in Maryville, Missouri and was 73 years old at the time of his passing.

He is survived by his significant other Sandy Allen, who remained by his side during his extended illness. Ronald is survived by the following family members, Sister Ramona Knepper of West Plains, Missouri, Sister Joanna Forbuss of Fenton, Missouri, Daughter Sabra Knepper of Florida, Grandson Bragan Kelly of Kansas City, Missouri, and Grandson Kieran Knepper of Florida. The family would also like to give it’s sincerest thanks to Olan Lunn, Ronald’s neighbor for his help and support during his illness. Ronald considered Olan a family member. Ronald is preceded in death by his parents and two siblings Brother Kim Knepper and Sister Wavanna Knepper.

Ronald proudly served in the U.S. Airforce from 1968-1974 as an aircraft mechanic. Ronald was a veteran of the Vietnam war and obtained the rank of Sergeant. Ronald was employed at Marathon/Regal in West Plains for 35 years and retired from there. Ronald also worked with his father sharpening saw blades for local mills and later, after his father’s passing, ran his own sharpening business.

Ronald enjoyed Hunting, fishing, Photography and working with his horses, dogs, and cattle. Ronald was loved by his family and friends and will be missed by all that knew him.

Graveside service for Ronald Keith Knepper will be September 15, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Amy Cemetery in Caulfield, Missouri. Under the directions of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in West Plains, Missouri.

Bernadette Watkins

Carter Funeral Home West Plains

Bernadette Watkins was born March 22, 1939, in Linton, North Dakota. She was the 16th child of Anton and Rosina (Mosseth) Roehrich. On February 26, 1971, she eloped in Ash Flat, Arkansas with the love of her life, Harley Watkins. On September 10, 2022, after 10 years of bravely facing the struggles of Parkinson’s Disease, she went to be with her Lord and Savior in Heaven.

Her education included elementary education – St. Anthony’s School in Linton; high school at St. Agnes Academy in Kenmare, ND; BA degree from Fontbonne College, St. Louis, MO; MEd from St. Louis University, St. Louis, MO. Her career included teaching in the greater St. Louis Area for five years; working for the University of Missouri Extension in the HOST area (Howell, Oregon, Shannon, and Texas Counties) as a Family Relations and Child Development Specialist for 2 years; teaching at Koshkonong School for 3 years and Alton Elementary School for 22 years; and serving as Librarian with the Oregon County Libraries – Thomasville Branch for 12 ½ years.

In her spare time and after retirement she enjoyed being with her grandchildren. She loved life, being around family, friends and volunteered at area nursing homes. She helped with activities and spent time visiting with the residents, until she was no longer able to do so. She was a member of the Shilo Baptist Church, Rover, Missouri. She loved Vacation Bible School and the Ladies afternoon Bible Study. When she moved to Cedarhurst she loved participating in activities with her fellow resident family, including bible study, bingo, crafts, and outings. She tried to attend everything. She loved people and was always worried about others, wanting them to feel welcome and enjoy themselves as she did.

She is survived by her daughter, Jolene Howell, husband Stacy, Thomasville, MO; her grandchildren, Brady Howell and Harly Howell; Her sisters Isabell (Matt) Klein, Minot, ND; Rosina Eymann, Kenmare, ND; Sister Eva Roehrich, Dayton, OH; Sister in laws, Cecilia Roehrich, Bismarck, ND; Alvina Roehrich, Bismarck, ND; Bonnie Myers, Braidwood, IL; Brother in law, Frank Pitcock, West Plains, MO and a slew of nieces and nephews.

Her parents, her husband of 49 years, Harley; 9 brothers, Matthias, Anton, Lawrence, Sebastian, Joseph, Michael, Matthew, Nick, and Leopold; 3 sisters, Regina, Marieanna, and Clara, preceded her in death.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Judes.

Funeral services for Bernadette Watkins, 83 of Alton Missouri, will be Tuesday, September 13, at 10:00 a.m. at Carter Funeral Home. Visitation will be Tuesday September 13, at 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in West Plains, Missouri.

Interment will be at Huddleston Cemetery Alton, Missouri under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc.

Erma Adele Honeycutt

Carter Funeral Home Thayer

Erma Adele Case was born December 9, 1928, in Corning, Arkansas to Cora Dunning and Gilbert Case, and passed away September 6^th, 2022. Erma married Wesley Honeycutt and they were blessed with eight children, 20 grandchildren, 43 great grandchildren and 8 great, great grandchildren.

Erma lived and worked on the farm, babysat several children of the community and was known for her love of children and was grandma to many. She enjoyed the children in her life to the fullest measure, always having time to listen to a child’s questions, play games, and sing songs to them. She was a strong Christian example, and she taught the kids about Jesus. Erma was a spunky grandma with a fun sense of humor and her kids loved to spend time with her. Erma loved gardening and canned food for her large family. She loved spending time with her children, church family and friends.

Erma is preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Cora Case, her husband Wesley, two sons Jerry and Lonnie Honeycutt, son in law Douglas Wells, siblings Manual Case, Betty Wrenfrow, June Jones, Pat Kerr, Dee Dickey, grandsons Adam Honeycutt, baby Adam Honeycutt, and granddaughter Rachel Witcher.

She is survived by six children, Larry Honeycutt (Glenda), Sherry Wells, John Honeycutt (Shirley), Donna Honeycutt, Ron Honeycutt (Sandy), and Delores Chance (Larry), and grandchildren Steve Honeycutt, Joe Honeycutt (Brenda), Michael Honeycutt (Jill); Kurtis Honeycutt, Kelley Prewitt (Clint), Stephanie Smith (Kevin); Keith Wells, Tina Wells; JJ Honeycutt, Amy Roark (Chris), Anita Rodgers (James); Rodney Honeycutt (Tabatha), Jodie Carter (Travis); Anthony Honeycutt (Sarah), Daniel Honeycutt, Jeremy Honeycutt (Andrea), Shane Honeycutt, Jared Honeycutt (Jana), Anna Honeycutt; and Nicole Chance. Great Grandchildren: Danny Honeycutt (Amey), Hunter, Trace, and Corey Honeycutt; Whitney Lavy (Ronnie), Hayley Johnson (Chris), Wesley Honeycutt, Amos Honeycutt, Stetson Smith, Amelia Honeycutt, Chastity Williams, Mikaela Witcher, Zachary Smith, Zachary Flippin, Isaiah Smith; Taylor Broyles (Trevor), Lauren Parsons (Tyler), Bradley Risner (Morgan), Brooklyn Risner, Emmett Cooper; Brayden Honeycutt (Katy), Brennon and Brylan Honeycutt, Jayden Roark, Carleigh and Cade Roark; Jason, Chase, Kenzie, and Kirkland Carter; Bailey, Byron, Kaitley, and Kameron Honeycutt; Haley, Chloe, and Iris Honeycutt; Kasey and Jack Honeycutt; Bethany and Beau Honeycutt; Dawson and Adam Honeycutt. Great Great Grandchildren: Wyatt and Mason Honeycutt; Jackson Honeycutt; Zoey and Brinley Lavy; Anastasia Honeycutt, Cali Rae Honeycutt, and Xavien Johnson. Siblings Don Case, Bessie York, Charles Case, Wanda Martin.

Funeral services for Erma Adele Honeycutt, age 93, of Myrtle, Missouri, will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Mike Stone officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, September 10, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home chapel.

Interment will be on Saturday, September 10, 2022, in Jeff Cemetery, Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Thelma Lucille Mooney

Carter Funeral Home Thayer

Thelma Lucille Mooney passed away September 3, 2022 in Springfield, Missouri. Graveside services for Thelma Lucille Mooney, age 99, of, Springfield Missouri, will be held on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at Thayer Cemetery, Thayer, Missouri. Interment will be on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, in Thayer Cemetery, Thayer Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Emma Rebekah Elizabeth Dawn Morningstar

Carter Funeral Home Thayer

Emma Rebekah Elizabeth Dawn (Taylor) Morningstar, age 35, passed away August 31, 2022, in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born on April 24, 1987, in Fontana, California, to George and Bertha (Bonner) Taylor. Emma married the love of her life John Robert “JR” Morningstar the 2^nd on December 19, 2011, in Wynne, Arkansas. They brought into this world one daughter Ashlynn Olivia Morningstar.

Emma loved shopping, being with her friends and family. Her first love as a mom was to her cat “fur” babies Stormy, Juju, Xerxes, Kiki and her dog Mac. But nothing compared to the love she had when Ashlynn was born. Emma found her purpose in life when she was working at a hospital in the Emergency Room, a premature baby was brought in, she saved that baby’s life and that ‘Set her heart on fire” to become a nurse to help and save people’s lives. There was never a dull moment when Emma was around, she lit up the room when she entered. Emma touched so many lives while she was on this earth and even upon leaving this earth, she is still touching so many lives. Emma was an organ donor and upon her leaving us, she right away saved two people’s lives with them receiving her kidneys and so many more lives will be touch and saved by Emma’s love to help and save people. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

Emma leaves behind her husband J.R.: daughter, Ashlynn: her parents, George and Bertha: one sister, Bertha Shepherd: one brother, Thomas Taylor: Mother-n-law, Cheryl Williams: Siblings-n-law, Douglas Williams, Dawn Wilson, Michael Morningstar, and Elisheba Kirk, along with numerous friends, family and her 50 cats.

Emma is preceded in death by her grandpa, Thomas Taylor, her grandma, Emma Taylor, and her father-n-law John Morningstar.

Funeral services for Emma Morningstar, age 35, of Thayer, Missouri, will be held on Monday, September 5, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri. Visitation will Monday, September 5, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

Delbert Marvin Hice

Carter Funeral Home Thayer

Delbert Marvin Hice passed away August 30, 2022, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born on May 26, 1961, in Phoenix, Arizona, to Granvel and Nedra (Jewell) Hice. Delbert was of the Christian faith. Delbert married the love of his life Antonia “Toni” on November 14, 1981. They were married for 40 years and brought into the world two children G.L and Samantha.

Delbert was a very loving, kind, outgoing person. He never knew a stranger in his lifetime. He loved to make people laugh, joke around with them and just loved being around people. He loved being outside and tinkering around with things and making things out of wood and metal. Delbert worked many years at Meeks Lumber Yard in West Plains, Missouri. He dearly loved all of his family, friends and will be deeply missed by everyone.

Delbert leaves behind his wife, Toni; one son; G.L. Hice; one daughter Samantha Burd, husband Michael; five grandkids; Hailey Johnson, Brooke and Logan Hice, Nadia and Diana Burd; two brothers; Bob Hice, wife Denise, Herb Hice, wife Helen and one sister Etta Willbanks, husband Bud; along with numerous friends and family.

Delbert is proceeded in death by his parents, four brothers Rubien, Ralph, Melvin, and William; two sisters Grace Hice and Marie Harrison; and two infant siblings.

Funeral services for Delbert Marvin Hice, age 61, of Koshkonong, Missouri, will be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Johnny Holesapple officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 6, 2022, from 6-8 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

Interment will be on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at Shiloh Cemetery, Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Brian Keith Merck

Carter Funeral Home West Plains

Brian Keith Merck, 55, Caulfield, Missouri, died August 20, 2022 at his home in Caulfield, Missouri.

He was born the son of the late Jimmy Lee Merck and Joyce Kay Merck on February 1, 1967 in Ventura, California.

He was married to Jennifer Lea Collins on March 31, 2018 in the state of Arkansas.

He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Lea Collins; three children, Jesse Collins and wife Lexie; Jade Wulff and husband Adam, and Jaxon Collins and fiancée Amanda Brege; three siblings, Pamela Spendlove, Aimee McDougle, and Vicki Prewitt and husband, Richard; eight grandchildren, Jragen Collins, Jagger Collins, Jazlie Collins, Jameson Keating, Jensen Collins, Liam Collins, J.D. Wulff, and Aizlea Wulff.

Memorial services will be announced at a later date, by Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains, Missouri

Helen Bernice Mitchell

Carter Funeral Home Obituaries, Thayer

Helen Bernice (Cunningham) Mitchell was born May 2,1947, in Corning, Arkansas to Edward and Lavada (Parks) Cunningham. Helen passed peacefully at her home August 21,2022. She had twelve brothers and sisters.

In 1964, she married Joe Mitchell and had three children. Over the years Helen worked alongside her husband providing for her family. After the passing of her husband, she became an avid sewer, and she loved sharing her hobby with her grandkids and great grandkids by teaching them the art of embroidery.

Helen is survived by four siblings: Jimmy Rhinehardt, Chipper Cunningham, Alford Cunningham, and Carnie Bolin. Two children and their spouses: James Mitchell and wife Kim of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas; Eddie Mitchell and wife Christy of Thayer, Missouri. Six Grandkids: Mason Mitchell, Coty Mitchell, Adrian Mitchell, Eric Butler, Dagean Butler and Mckienzie Infranca. Eleven Great Grandkids: Brayden and Zander Infranca, Keyden Boddie, Caysen Butler, Gage Mitchell, along with Melanie Welch, Noah Welch, Makayla Jones, Maddox Taylor, Bryce Kent, and Wyatt Mitchell who she took under her wing and treated as her own. Several nieces, nephews, and friends all by whom she will be missed dearly.

She is proceeded in death by her parents, eight of her siblings, her husband, and her daughter Sue Ann Mitchell.

Graveside services for Helen Bernice Mitchell, age 75, of Thayer, Missouri, will be held on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Thayer Cemetery, Thayer, Missouri. Services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer Missouri.

Artie Mae Brigman

Carter Funeral Home West Plains

Graveside services for Artie Mae Brigman, 97, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Union Hill Cemetery with Brother Matthew Trail officiating, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, West Plains.

She was born the daughter of the late Tom Thrasher and Letha Smith Thrasher, on November 6, 1924 in Corinth, Mississippi and died August 13, 2022 in West Plains, Missouri. She was united in marriage March 19, 1950 in Hernando, Mississippi to Joseph Edward Brigman, Jr., who preceded her in death October 19, 2012.

She is survived by two children, Linda Brigman Johnson and husband, Ricky, Corinth, Mississippi and Tommy Brigman and wife Christina, West Plains, Missouri; four grandchildren, Jason Brigman and wife Lesley, West Plains, Missouri; Brian Brigman and wife Jennie, West Plains, Missouri; Kelly Milligan and wife Stacey, Iuka, Mississippi, and Hollie Bishop, Iuka, Mississippi; eight great grandchildren, Garrett Brigman, Sawyer Brigman, Aiden Brigman, Dylan Brigman, Dakota Brigman, Milli Bishop, Chloe Milligan, and Christopher Milligan, and two great great grandchilden, Ethan Milligan and Bella Puskar.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joseph Edward Brigman, Jr.; two brothers, Grady Thrasher and Leon Thrasher.

She was a member of the Shady Grove Baptist Church in the state of Mississippi. She loved to plant garden and also work in her flower beds. She loved to crochet and enjoyed traveling.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital and can be left at the funeral home.

Body will lie in state until time of service.

Burial will be in Union Hill Cemetery, Howell County, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains.

Jimmy L. Coldiron

Carter Funeral Home West Plains

Funeral services for Jimmy L Coldiron, 76, Wichita, Kansas, formerly of Lanton, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 11, 2022, at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains with Pastor Gary Barrett officiating, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains.

He was born the son of the late Ed Coldiron and Marie Coldiron Peterson, on September 11, 1945 in Lanton, Missouri and died August 3, 2022 in Wichita, Kansas.

He was united in marriage September 7, 1968 in Peace Valley, Missouri to Ramona Green.

He is survived by his wife, Ramona Green Coldiron; three children, Jacky Ray Coldiron, Wichita, Kansas, Jimmy Neal Coldiron and wife Trish, Pretty Prarie, Kansas, and Pamela Sue Elliott and husband Knowle, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; one brother, Larry Coldiron and wife Diana, Wichita, Kansas; one sister, Pat Dixon and husband, George, West Plains, Missouri; six grandchildren, Justin Miller and wife Brooke, Derby, Kansas, Bradley Miller wife Marie, Wichita, Kansas, Skylar Tafolla and husband, Emilio, Pretty Prairie, Kansas, Jade Harris, Norman, Oklahoma, Jolten Harris and wife Adrian, Norman, Oklahoma, and Jance Harris, Norman, Oklahoma; six great grandchildren, with one on the way; two sisters-in-law, Fern Coldiron, Springfield, Missouri and Pat Coldiron, Wichita, Kansas and one aunt, Wanda Holloway, and many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his father and mother-in-law Pat and Edith Green; three brothers, Roy, Gene, and Dean Coldiron.

Jimmy loved to play the guitar, sing Karoke and enjoyed doing woodworking. He also loved to work in his vegetable garden. He enjoyed visiting and talking with his friends and neighbor families. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 10, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri.

Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Peace Valley, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains.