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Raymond Harold Lenox, Jr.

Raymond Harold Lenox, Jr., 56, West Plains, Missouri passed away March 6, 2024 at Ozarks Medical Center in West Plains, Missouri.

He was born the son of Raymond Harold Lenox, Sr., and the late Jacqueline Martin Lenox on June 10, 1967 in Springfield, Missouri.

He is survived by his wife, Tricia Lenox, five children, Chandra, Crystal, Danielle, Christopher, and Damian; six grandchildren; two brothers, Greg and Tommy; three sisters, Stacey, Evette, and Rebakah.

He is preceded in death by his mother and two sisters, Regina and Robin.

He was a truck driver for many years, and an uber driver. He loved to hunt and fish and enjoyed playing a good game of pool.

He will greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Local arrangements are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., in West Plains, Missouri.

Rudene Reeves Poulette

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Rudene Reeves Poulette was born April 14^th, 1947, to Earl Reeves and Joyce Rogers Reeves in Thayer, Missouri and entered the gates of Heaven on March 5^th, 2024, in Jonesboro, Arkansas at the age of 76. She was united in marriage on August 20^th, 1964, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas to Lonnie Poulette. Together they were blessed with three children. Rudene was a simple woman who selflessly cared for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In her younger years she enjoyed gardening, days at the lake, cooking, and decorating for holidays. But what she loved the most was spending time with her family.

Rudene is survived by her husband Lonnie Poulette of the home in Bay, Arkansas, three children; Denita Flynn of West Plains, Missouri, Donnie Poulette (Joy) of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas , and Deanna Poulette of Bay, Arkansas, one brother, Larry Reeves (Louis) of Phoenix, Arizona, one sister, Marlene Robertson (John) of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, nine grandchildren; Lorie Huckabee (Chad), Terry Flynn ( Amber), Casey Poulette (Angel), Vivian Woods (Jordan), Tyler Poulette, Joshua Infranca (McKenzie), Lonnie Infranca, Isaiah Deshazo, and Sammy Poulette, Eleven great-grandchildren; Tyler Huckabee, Matthew Huckabee, Brayden Infranca, Waylon Woods, Raylan Poulette, Gunnar Poulette, Isabella Flynn, Zander Infranca, Everleigh Flynn, Gabby Poulette, and Emerie Woods.

Rudene is proceeded in death by her parents, Earl and Joyce, one sister, Earlene Simmons, her twin brother Rudy Reeves, and cousin, David Rogers.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Inc., 26345 Network Place, Chicago, IL 60673-1263

Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

A Funeral Service will be on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

Burial will be March 12, 2024, at the Thayer Cemetery of Thayer, Missouri.

Services will be officiated by Ermon Croney

Pallbearers will be: Joshua Infranca, Lonnie Infranca, Terry Flynn, Tyler Poulette, Sammy Poulette, and Isaiah Deshazo. Honorary pallbearers will be :Jordan Woods, Brayden Infranca, Waylon Woods, Zander Infranca, Casey Poulette, Matthew Huckabee, and Tyler Huckabee.

Services in care of Carter Funeral Home Inc., – Thayer, Missouri.

Paul Vernon Tucker

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Paul Tucker, 69, West Plains, Missouri, was born the son of the late Kenneth A. Tucker and Freda B. (Willis) Tucker, and passed away February 27, 2024 at his home in West Plains, Missouri.

He is survived by his wife, Paula Tucker, West Plains, Missouri; one son, Paul William Tucker and wife Gladys, Camdenton, Missouri; one brother, Jim Tucker, Tunas, Missouri; nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Zola Tucker.

Paul liked to hunt and fish, and loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Davis Creek Community Cemetery, Howell County, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains, Missouri.

Sheila Thompson

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Sheila Ann Thompson, age 68 of Thayer, Missouri, passed away at her home on February 23, 2024. Sheila was born January 12, 1956, to William F. and Alice Deane (Melton) Thompson in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.

Sheila graduated from Thayer High school in 1974 and graduated from SMS in 1977, in Springfield, Missouri, with an associate degree in accounting. She loved animals and taking care of the farm. She enjoyed being outdoors, spent hours in her garden and taking care of her flowers. She was an avid reader and spent a lot of time working on puzzles.

Above all Sheila loved her family and spending time with them, especially her nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

She is survived by her mother Alice of Thayer, Missouri; two brothers Billy Thompson of Thailand and Richard Thompson, wife Teri of Shreveport, Louisiana; special uncle and aunt David and Addie Melton of Thayer, Missouri; two special aunts Ruth Thompson of Kansas City, Missouri and Lucille Thompson Clarksville, Tennessee; nieces and nephews Eric Thompson, wife Andrea, Ben Thompson, wife Precious, Haley Thompson, Nathan Thompson, Ryley Thompson, Reagan Thompson, Karin Thompson and husband, Beverly Thompson and Mariah Bonner; seven great nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her father; one brother Robert Dean Thompson; and her grandparents.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Thayer cemetery in Thayer, Missouri. Visitation will be from 10:30 till graveside service time at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2024.

Interment will be on Friday, March 1, 2024, in Thayer Cemetery, Thayer Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

J.C. Caldwell

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John Carl Caldwell (J.C.), son of William Thomas Caldwell and Ethel Viana (Roy) Caldwell, was born June 8, 1929, in Billmore, Missouri. J.C. departed this life on February 21, 2024, at the age of 94 in his home in Thayer, Missouri, with his family at his side.

He was united in marriage on April 18, 1954, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, to Freda Mae Hurtt. They were happily married for 68 years.

J.C. purchased the family farm in 1973. He raised cattle and built his forever home. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to teach his children and grandchildren to fish and hunt.

J.C. was a member of the Mammoth Spring Church of Christ and loved his church family, serving as a deacon for many years. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by two sons, Steve Caldwell, wife Leisa of Maryville, Tennessee, and Stanley Caldwell, wife Regina of Thayer, Missouri; two daughters, Sherry Smith of Thayer, Missouri, and Shelly Leisenring, husband Dennis of Nixa, Missouri; fifteen grandchildren, Craig Smith, wife Rebekah of Nixa, Missouri, Lauren Rudd, husband Josh of Maryville, Tennessee, Rachel Harris, husband Billy of Thayer, Missouri, Jered Smith, wife Summer of West Plains, Missouri, Adam Caldwell, wife Brittany of Republic, Missouri, C.J. Leisenring, wife Abbie of Harrisburg, Arkansas, Dylan Smith, wife Heather of West Plains, Missouri, Derek Leisenring, wife Tiffany of Valparaiso, Nebraska, Lendl Caldwell, wife Sarah of Knoxville, Tennessee, Shayna Gant, husband Weston of West Plains, Missouri, Ethan Leisenring, wife Sarah of Nixa, Missouri, Leslie McIntosh, husband Weston of Mansfield, Missouri, Travis Smith, wife McKale of West Plains, Missouri, and Cody Caldwell of Thayer, Missouri; twenty-six great-grandchildren with one great-grandchild and one great-great-grandchild on the way; three sisters-in-law, Anita Caldwell, Shirley Caldwell and Doris Hurtt.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Freda Caldwell; one son, Doug Caldwell; one grandson, Landon Caldwell; eight brothers, Wesley, Waymon, Roy Lee, Paul, Warren, Darrell, Willard, Bob and one infant sister, Mary Alice Evelyn.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Paragould Children’s Home https://www.childrenshomes.org/

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Mammoth Church of Christ in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.

Visitation will be Friday February 23, from 6:00p.m. – 8:00p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

Interment will be on Saturday, February 24, 2024, in Thayer, Cemetery, Thayer Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Jeneta Joan (Bennett) Turner

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Jeneta Joan (Bennett) Turner, 68, of Thayer, MO, was born to Rufford Gordon Bennett and Bessie Lorine (Mitchell) Bennett in Pocahontas, AR on February 18, 1955, and departed this earth to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on February 16, 2024 at her home.

She was married on May 22, 1982, in Garfield, MO to Perry Turner. This union was blessed with two children and three grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband Perry of the home in Thayer, MO; children, Rachel Leanne Albritton and husband James of Thayer, MO; Jeremy Brian Turner and wife Capri of Thayer, MO; grandchildren, Colton and Rayna Albritton; Hudson Turner, siblings, Glenda Upton of St. Charles, MO; Kendell Bennett and wife Sharon of Pocahontas, AR; B. W. Bennett and wife Jewell of Pocahontas, AR; Neal Bennett of Blytheville, AR; Virginia White of St. Peters, MO; Clifton Bennett and wife Janet of Couch, MO; Dean Bennett and wife Remona of Myrtle, MO; sister-in-law Betty Bennett of Fredrick, MD; brother-in-law Bobby Ritchey of Pocahontas, AR., and many other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Russell Bennett; sister Bessie Ritchey; sister-in-law LaRue Bennett; brothers-in-law William Darrell Upton and Douglas White.

After graduating ASU Jonesboro, AR she went to work for the Bank of Thayer for 37 years. Before retiring she worked at the Thayer Housing Authority.

Her greatest pleasure was her grandchildren. She loved when they came to visit, taking them to the park and going to birthday parties and school functions.

Her hobbies of photography, painting and crafting gave her and others great joy.

Jeneta was a faithful member of the Thayer Free Will Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, give to the Gideons International, PO Box 404, Thayer, MO 65791.

Howell Family will be singing the songs during the service.

A Funeral Service will be on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel of Thayer, Missouri.

A Visitation will be on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel of Thayer, Missouri.

Interment will be on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at the Riverside Cemetery of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.

Jackie Ray Meeker

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Jackie Ray Meeker, 74, West Plains, Missouri was born June 1, 1949 in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, and departed this life February 9, 2024 in West Plains, Missouri.

He is survived by his daughter, Delsa Dawn and her mother, Linda; three grandsons whom was his world; Lil Markie “papa’s scooter”; William, and Baby Waylon; one step daughter, Donyale and children, Derek and Courtney; several nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his mother, Mae; father, Theodore; sisters, Tammie Hatfield and Sue Gatewood, and brothers, Bill (Koshkonong, Missouri) and James, (Kansas City).

Jackie was a man of God, with Pentecostal faith and attended the Brandsville Pentecostal Church. He loved his church family and was saddened when he became too ill to attend. Jackie loved to play his piano and sing. He was looking forward to teaching his grandsons.

Jackie was a man who would help friends and family as well as strangers. He would help anyone in need. He loved working in his yard and loved nature. He absolutely loved a yard full of flowers.

Jackie was the baby of his family, and the last to pass. He loved and missed each of his siblings, but held on to his faith thru it all. Those who knew him loved him, and he will be greatly missed.

Memorial services will be held Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri.

James Robert McDowell

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James Robert McDowell was born the son of Raymond McDowell and Lois Genevieve “Jennie” McDonald on January 6, 1941, in Kelly Hollow, Carter County, Missouri. He departed this life on February 14, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at his home in Calm, Missouri, at the age of 83.

James was united in marriage to Janice Baker on April 7, 1962, in Calm, Missouri.

Surviving James is his wife Janice (nee Baker); two children, Cynthia Wolpert (Stephen) of Lake Forest, Illinois, and Steve McDowell (Katie) of Warrenton, Missouri; two grandchildren, Adrienne Morris (Clint) and Natalie McDowell (Dan Filipek); brother David McDowell (Ella) of Franklin, Ohio, sister Ann Melton (Winfred) of Van Buren, Missouri, and brother Tom McDonald (Janet) of Hampshire, Tennessee; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and other relatives and many friends.

James was preceded in death by his father, Raymond McDowell; mother, Lois Genevieve McDonald; and special Dad, James Dorris McDonald; brother Joe McDonald, sister Sue Fagan, and brother Ralph McDowell; and beloved grandson, Robert “Bob” Joseph Hanlon.

Growing up, James was a standout basketball player for the Couch Indians. A hardworking man, James spent 30 years working in various positions at General Motors. After retirement, he moved back to Calm with his wife, Janice, where they raised cattle and farmed the land. James most enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved hunting, fishing, gardening, storytelling, and boating on Ozark lakes. One of James’s favorite pastimes was playing pranks, and his prank-pulling earned him the nickname “Hacksaw Jim” at General Motors.

As a member of the Calm Community, James always lent a helping hand to his neighbors, served as a member of the Gatewood Volunteer Fire Department, and as President of the Liberty Cemetery Committee.

James was a Christian and belonged to Liberty Free Will Baptist Church. Those who knew him as a loving husband, great dad, jokester grandpa, supportive brother, mentor, and friend will have fond memories and stories to tell. God blessed this world with a good man who will be missed by all who knew him.

Officiating the services will be Reverend Richard Robinson and the singers will be the Howell Family. Pallbearers will be : Micheal Gazaway, Josh McDonald, Jordan McDonald, Tom McDonald, Keegan Melton, Clint Morris, and Dan Filipek.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Research

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Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at the Liberty Freewill Baptist Church of Calm (Gatewood), Missouri.

Visitation will be Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 4:00p.m. – 7:00p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Liberty Freewill Baptist Church of Calm ( Gatewood), Missouri.

Interment will be on Sunday, February 18, 2024, in Liberty Cemetery, Calm(Gatewood), Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Jolie Dawn Washam

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Jolie Dawn (Pendarvis) Washam, beloved wife of Bradley Dale Washam, passed away peacefully in her home on February 14, 2024. Born on February 20, 1974, she was 49 years old.
   Jolie will be profoundly missed by her devoted husband Bradley and their two cherished children, Brynn Olivia Washam (18) and Braelyn Saige Dolores Washam (14). She is survived by her loving in-laws, Dale and Ann Washam.
   She leaves behind her younger sister Julie Pendarvis Rich and husband Larry Rich of Jonesboro, Arkansas, as well as her younger brother Jody Dan Pendarvis and wife Andrea Pendarvis of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas. Jolie was an incredibly proud aunt to her nieces: Jaden Rich Martin (spouse Chase Martin), Halle Rich, Carley Rich, Ava Pendarvis, Brooklynn Pendarvis, and Macie Pendarvis. In addition, she leaves behind several aunts, uncles, and cousins that she loved deeply.
Jolie was preceded in death by her mother, Dolores McGhee Pendarvis, her father, Joey Wayne Pendarvis, her aunt Kathryn Pendarvis, her grandparents Joddie Ray and Trecie E. Robinson Pendarvis, and her grandparents Ralph and Lurene Diles McGhee.
   A dedicated educator, Jolie’s legacy shines bright through her work as a teacher at Fairview Elementary in West Plains, Missouri, and as a middle school Math and Science teacher at Mammoth Spring School District. Her impact on her students was immeasurable, as evidenced by the heartfelt testimonials shared by students at senior nights and graduations. Her colleagues also held her in high esteem, recognizing her dedication and passion for teaching. For it wasn’t about the subject matter; it was about love and support for each and every person as they navigate life. Jolie’s caring went far beyond her students’ graduations.
Known as the ultimate sports mom, Jolie could always be found cheering on her daughters at softball and basketball games. Her unwavering support and enthusiasm for every player on every team will be remembered fondly. She took great pride in her alma mater, the Mammoth Spring Bears, and her fondest memories were watching her girls play. She loved spending summer holidays at the river laughing at the canoeing spills on the falls and watching the kids swing off the rope swing. She was also a dedicated fan of the Arkansas Razorbacks and the St. Louis Cardinals, often spending vacations attending their games with her family.
   When not at a sporting event, Jolie could be found on the farm, bush hogging, fixing fence, lopping thorns and cedars, spreading fertilizer, raking hay for her brother, talking to her cows, and bossing Brad. She had a fierce love for her family and friends, renowned not only for her Neiman-Marcus Bars but also for her compassion, empathy, bravery, and strength in battling cancer. Her faith was an inspiration to many.
   Jolie was a member of the Lord’s church at the Mammoth Spring church of Christ. Her greatest desire was to be a Christian example and spend eternity with her Lord and Savior. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her but we have hope in Christ that we will be reunited with her one day if we are in Him. Though her leaving this earth leaves an empty space in so many hearts, there is solace in knowing she is now with our Lord and Savior and has been healed. Jolie was the best big sister and the best aunt.

Forever in our hearts, rest in peace, Jolie.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at the Mammoth Spring Church of Christ in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.

Interment will be on Saturday, February 17, 2024, in Riverside Cemetery, Mammoth Spring, Arkansas with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at Simmons Bank for a college fund for Brynn and Braelyn Washam.

Judy Carey

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Judy Dell Carey, 84, was born November 30, 1939 in Columbus, Ohio to Leslie and Alice Byrd of West Virginia.

Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends.

Judy is survived by her four children, Debbie Jean Dickens, Jimmy Wayne Carey, Cynthia Lynn South, and Denver Lee Carey; three adopted children, Krystal Campos, Buddy Morgan, Jesse Morgan; two sisters, Vivian Ramsey and Margaret Byrd; twenty grandchildren; twenty-nine great grandchildren, and twelve great great grandchildren.

Judy is joined in heaven with her husband, Denver Carey and siblings, Patty, Richard, Victor, and Linda.

May her laughter, love, kindness, and strength live on forever in us all.

She went to her heavenly home on Saturday, January 27, 2024. She was a beloved mother and grandmother, a lover of God and His word.

A memorial service will be celebrated for Judy on February 24th, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.,
at The Bridge Church, 10105 US-63, West Plains, Missouri.