Ruth Marie Honeycutt was born in Randolph County, Arkansas, the daughter of Everett Risner and Oma Hall Risner on March 18, 1930, and departed this life on November 3, 2018 in Fort Collins, Colorado, at the age of 88 years.
She was united in marriage to Berry Honeycutt in Randolph County, Arkansas, in October of 1946. He preceded her in death on January 25, 2000.
She is survived by her son, Paul Honeycutt and wife, Susan, of Edmond, Oklahoma; her daughter, Jana Frei and husband, Bud, of Fort Collins, Colorado; two brothers, Richard Risner of West Plains, Missouri and Lester Risner and wife, Peggy, of Collierville, Tennessee; six grandchildren, Chris Honeycutt, Kari Vaughn and husband, Donny, Kelli Nichols and husband, Dustin, Jascha Frei, Jason Frei and wife, Ariel, and Kayla Frei and fiancée, Dusty Lasseter; seven great grandchildren, Jade, Keegan, Riley, Madie, Bayler, Annie and Reagan; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Everett and Oma Risner; her husband, Berry Honeycutt; one sister, Ruby Utley; one brother-in-law, Frank Utley; and one sister-in-law, Joyce Risner.
Ruth was a Christian and former member of the Edmond Church of Christ in Edmond, Oklahoma, for many devoted years. After moving to Colorado, she became a member of the Meadowlark Church of Christ in Fort Collins.
She spent twenty-five dedicated years as a Real Estate Broker. She was a talented seamstress, making beautiful creations for her family and friends. She was also an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing delicious meals for her family. Ruth was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She will truly be missed by all that knew her.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, November 9, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with Lester Risner officiating.
Family will receive friends on Friday, November 9, 2018 from 10:00 AM until service time at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer.
Arrangements are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. of Thayer, Missouri.
Patricia L. Thompson was born in West Plains, Missouri, the daughter of Robert Thompson and Alma Brawley Thompson on May 8, 1957, and departed this life on October 28, 2018 in Joliet, Illinois, at the age of 61 years.
She is survived by her father, Robert Thompson of Morris, Illinois; two brothers, Robert Thompson Jr., and wife, Candy, of Palm Coast, Florida and Don Cobb and his wife, Amanda, of Channahon, Illinois; two nieces, Tiffany Thompson of Channahon, Illinois and Tonya Coleman, and husband, Robert, of Brandon, Mississippi; and one nephew, Eric Thompson of Coal City, Illinois; other relatives; and countless friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Alma Thompson; and several aunts and uncles.
Patricia was a Christian and was of the Southern Baptist faith.
She spent twenty-five dedicated years, working as Manager, for Jemco Engineering Factory in Illinois. She was very artistic and enjoyed crafting.
Although, Patricia had no children of her own, she dearly loved her nieces and nephews and treated them as her children. She had a love for animals and cherished her many cats.
Patricia was a loving and caring daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She will truly missed by all that knew her.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Barry Thompson officiating.
Visitation will be at Carter Funeral Home in Thayer, Missouri on Thursday, November 1, 2018 from 1:00 PM until service time.
Interment will be in Thayer Cemetery with services under the directi0n of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.
Maxine Dodson Harpole of Orange, Calif. passed away July 19, 2018. She was born January 3, 1922, in Thayer, Mo. to Lewis and Ila Dodson. Maxine is now praising the Lord with her husband, Chester and sons, Jim and Stanley along with siblings, John, Clarence, Jerry, Flo, Peggy, Clara and Mayme.
Maxine is survived by her daughters, Joan (Bob) and Kathy (Bernie) both from Orange County, Calif., and Lyn (Mike) residing in Martinsville, Va. She was blessed with eight grandchildren, Faith, Kathryn, James, David, Manny, Ilah, Fred, Adam; and many great-grandchildren
She married Chester in 1939, they were blessed to have shared a loving relationship for 73 years.
Maxine has been a member of a Baptist Church since 1946, currently, Villa Heights Baptist Church in Martinsville, Va. She taught Sunday school for 55 years.
She loved working with her beautiful flowers. She was such a blessing to others as she exemplified what it was to be an amazing Christian Woman.
She will truly be missed by all that knew and loved her.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 27th, 1:00pm, at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in West Plains. Burial at Thayer Cemetery
Bill Davis Williams was born in West Plains, Missouri, the son of Rolland Williams and Fae Davis Williams on November 19, 1933, and departed this life on October 20, 2018, at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 84 years.
He was united in marriage to Carlene Young in Marshfield, Missouri, on May 29, 1955. They spent more than 60 devoted years as husband and wife.
He is survived by his wife, Carlene Williams of the home in Thayer, Missouri; one son, Mark Alan Williams and wife, Amy, of Bethesda, Tennessee; and two grandchildren, Garrett Williams, attending Southern Methodist University and Brennen Williams, attending University of Pittsburgh; other relatives and countless friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Rolland and Fae Williams; and one daughter, Barbara Dea Williams.
Bill was a Christian and a long time member of the St. Paul United Methodist Church.
He was a retired Lieutenant Colonel of the Missouri National Guard and a First Lieutenant of the United States Army, serving his country proudly for many years.
Mr. Williams was best known for being a newspaper editor, publishing the Thayer News for many years. He was also a past president of the Missouri Press Association.
Bill loved being a part of his community, serving in many different clubs and organizations. He was a long time member of the Thayer-Mammoth Spring Rotary Club and was a Paul Harris Fellow. He was a member of the American Legion Post 344, in Thayer and a Military Honors bugler. He was a member of the Thayer Housing Board and a Mason and member of the Clifton Lodge.
Bill’s favorite hobby was to “walk and talk.” He loved taking strolls all around town and would stop to talk to anyone he could. He was deeply devoted to his family and friends. Bill will truly be missed by his family, friends and the community in which he lived.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, at 11:00 AM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 10:00 AM until service time.
Interment will be held at Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., in Thayer.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill’s memory to Gideon’s International or the charity of your choice.
Loyd Denzel Young was born in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, the son of Edgar Young and Doris Zirnstein Young on July 17, 1939, and departed this life on October 18, 2018, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, at the age of 79 years.
He was united in marriage to Ruby Lorene Hurtt in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas on July 28, 1961. She preceded him in death on September 16, 2001.
He is survived by his three children, Lynn Smith and husband, John, of Searcy, Arkansas, Lana Steed and husband, Kevin, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, and Denny Young and wife, Rachael, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas; one sister, Naomi Begalski and husband, Richard, of Hardy, Arkansas; two sisters-in-law, Freda Caldwell and husband, J.C., of Thayer, Missouri and Doris Hurtt of Salem, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Eric Smith and wife, Traci, Erin Morvant and husband, Thomas, Kelsey and Zach Steed, and Cole, Laney and Ty Young; two great grandchildren, Casen and Ava Morvant; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorene Young; parents, Edgar and Doris Young; and one half sister, Barbara Sutherland.
Loyd was a Christian and a member of the Del Half Church of Christ. He was also a member of the Army National Guard.
He was a farmer, logger and school bus driver, as well as bus mechanic for the Mammoth Spring School System for many years. His favorite hobby seemed to be hard work. He enjoyed farm life and was known for his love of coon hunting and fishing, when time allowed. He was known by his grandkids as “Papa”. They spent many cherished hours together, making long lasting memories.
Loyd was deeply devoted to his family and friends. He will truly be missed by family, friends and the neighborhood in which he lived.
Funeral arrangements will be held on Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 2:00 at the Mammoth Spring Church of Christ, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time, at the church in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Paragould Children’s Home and left at the funeral home.
Interment will be held at the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.
Arrangments are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.
James Lynn Murrell, 68, of Willow Springs, Missouri, passed from this earth on October 12, 2018 at Mercy Hospice in Springfield, Missouri.
He was born to Jim Martin Murrell and Sarah Estelle Cearley Murrell on April 2, 1950.
James and Jeanne Feller Haubert Murrell were married April 21, 1984 at Oak Grove Baptist Church. James was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and was baptized at an early age. He was a member of Ingomar Masonic Lodge #536, and was on the MFA Advisory Board. He was also a “member” of Conley’s “good ole boy” club in Pomona and enjoyed his time with the guys there.
James was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, husband, stepfather, a good neighbor and friend to all. He was a wise, kind and gentle soul.
James had a passion for nature and the land. He worked the family farm where he was raised, and loved his Angus herd, “his girls.” He always planted for wildlife, loved growing vegetables and flowers, enjoyed canning and giving away his goods.
James worked for the Forest Service on the Mark Twain National Forest for 42 years, retiring December 31, 2011. He was a firefighter, fighting fires locally and west in California, Idaho, Wyoming and north in Minnesota. He was an expert timber faller, range technician, wilderness ranger, recreation technician, and a certified Para-Professional Archeologist for the Mark Twain. He knew the Mark Twain like no one else, and was called on many search and rescues by local law enforcement. At the end of his career he and many loyal volunteers took care of miles of trails on the Ridgerunner, Devil’s Backbone and other areas.
Together James and Jeanne took a number of trips to the California central coast. James was always on the trails, or exploring the beaches. Many trips took them to Wyoming, Yellowstone, the Badlands of South Dakota, Arizona including the Grand Canyon, and trails in Flagstaff and Sedona. The two spent their honeymoon in the Smokey Mountain National Park, exploring the battlefields of the south. They also went to western Michigan many times and to the Allegheny Mountains in Pennsylvania. While traveling, James gained notoriety by looking like Phil on “Duck Dynasty.”
James is survived by his wife, Jeanne; stepdaughter Chris Noel Haubert and husband Randy, Marina, California; sisters, Pat McKee and husband, Dale, Willow Springs, Missouri, Linda Wade, Springfield, Missouri; brothers-in-law and wives, John and Bev Feller; Mike and Dianna Feller, West Plains, Missouri; Paul and Patty Feller, Cabot, Arkansas; Gary and Mary Bennett, Tempe, Arizona; sisters-in-law and husbands, Mary and Randy Berner, Nicole Layden, Mountain View, Missouri; Patty and Jack Ford, Springfield, Missouri; many nephews, nieces, family and friends. Special friend and “brother” John Armstrong and wife Jeannie, Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Maria, Mike and Evan Funk, Independence, Missouri.
James was preceded in death by his parents, James Martin and Sarah Estelle Murrell; an infant brother; sisters, Lois Crider, Marinda Lea Katsorelos, Norma Vance and Ruth Wright.
James’ spirit will live on forever in those whose lives he touched.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri.
Visitation time will also be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri.
Joey Wayne Pendarvis was born the son of Joddie R. Pendarvis and Trecie E. Robinson Pendarvis on March 8, 1949, in the home, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas and departed this life on October 14, 2018 at Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri due to injuries sustained from an accident on his farm in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas at the age of 69 years, 7 months and 6 days.
He is survived by his wife, Daphene Pulley Pendarvis, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas; three children, Jolie Washam and husband, Bradley, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, Julie Rich and husband, Larry, of Bono, Arkansas, Jody Pendarvis and wife, Andrea, of Harrison, Arkansas. God has blessed Joey with eight amazing granddaughters, Jaden Layne Rich, Halle Blaire Rich, Ava Claire Pendarvis, Brynn Olivia Washam, Carley Erin Rich, Brooklynn Grace Pendarvis, Braelyn Saige Dolores Washam, and Macie Danielle Pendarvis; one brother, Willis R. Pendarvis of Salem, Arkansas; and one sister, Carol R. Johnson and husband, Don, of Koshkonong, Missouri; in addition to a host of nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Dolores J. McGhee Pendarvis; his father and mother, Joddie and Trecie Pendarvis; and one sister, Kathryn Pendarvis.
Joey was raised on the family farm south of Many Islands, where he spent time learning to farm, make garden, raise animals, build fence, carpentry, work on machines and pretty much anything else he set his mind to conquer, which included various pranks and antics on his two sisters and brother, as well as, sharpening his quick wit and come back skills.
He attended Mammoth Spring School, graduating in 1967. In February of 1969, he married a blonde headed, barrel racer become teacher, Dolores McGhee, and together they built a home five miles south of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, where they raised their three children. Joey and Dolores were dedicated parents that built their social lives around their children’s interest. Joey coached many Little League softball and baseball teams, giving his time and care to the youth of the area. He made many lasting memories both for his players and fans, in addition to, many umpires and referees alike.
After Dolores passed in October of 2006, he began visiting with a high school friend, Daphene Pulley Bowers, and they were married in November of 2007. He spent the next eleven years with her, teaching her many new skills she needed to be a farmer’s wife (some of which she might not have cared too much to learn…)
In addition to the family farm, Joey earned his living working as an engineer/conductor, then Frisco, now Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad. He retired in March of 2009 at the age of 60, after working forty-two years for the company.
Joey knew how to work hard. Hard work at 150 miles per hour was his hobby. His vacation time and free time alike were spent in the hay field, working cattle, building fence, clearing trees with his “bulldozer” tractor and in later years, attending the various sporting and theater performances of his eight granddaughters. He was a devoted and dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a faithful member of the Mammoth Spring Church of Christ, as well as, a Vietnam War Veteran.
Joey will be remembered for his leadership, hard work, strong spirit and quick wit. His spirit and presence left an unforgettable first impression no matter whether it was positive or negative, you were going to remember your encounter with Joey Pendarvis. He would always give you his honest, “always correct” opinion of the situation. You knew where you stood with him. If you spent much time talking with him in his later years, he would tell you his greatest desire was to live as God’s word instructed so he could reach Heaven in his passing and be reunited with his loved ones gone on before.
He leaves behind many lasting fond memories for his loving family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the Mammoth Spring Church of Christ in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas with Barry O’Dell officiating.
Visitation will be at the Mammoth Spring Church of Christ on Thursday, October 18th from 1:00 PM until service time.
Interment will be in Thayer Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and left at the funeral home.
Neal Alderman Cagle, Jr. was born in Selma, North Carolina, the son of Neal Andrew Cagle, Sr. and Challie Long Cagle, on October 19, 1931, and departed this life on October 13, 2018, in Myrtle, Missouri, at the age of 86 years.
He was united in marriage to Nancy Crabtree on September 26, 1958, in South Carolina and they spent sixty wonderful years as husband and wife.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Cagle of the home in Myrtle, Missouri; five children, Penny Wicker of Myrtle, Missouri, Challie Frealy and husband, Mike, of Thayer, Missouri, Anderson Cagle and wife, Alana, of North Carolina, Genevieve Robinson and husband, Jason, of West Plains, Missouri, and Jonathan Cagle and friend, Mary, of Myrtle, Missouri; sixteen grandchildren, including one special granddaughter who helped care for him, Karissa Houts of Springfield, Missouri; several great grandchildren; other relatives and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Neal and Challie Cagle; two infant siblings; his brother, Howard; and four sisters, Myrtle, Jean, Annie and Virginia.
Neal was a Veteran of the United States Army, proudly serving his country for three years, five months and two days.
Mr. Cagle was a Christian and of the Holiness faith. He was an avid reader, and read many books from his own library. He enjoyed reading and studying his Bible daily and listening to sermons on the radio.
He was a carpenter, building a home for his family as well as making many keepsakes and souvenirs for family and friends.
He will be remembered as deeply devoted to his family, a good friend and neighbor. Neal will truly be missed by all that knew him.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Rose Hill Cemetery, near Thayer, Missouri.
Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc in Thayer, Missouri.
Martin L. Komm, Jr. was born in Fryatt, Arkansas, the son of Martin L. Komm, Sr. and Opal McDonald Komm on March 3, 1938, and departed this life on October 10, 2018, in Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 80 years.
Martin was married to Fern Leslie in 1959, in West Memphis, Arkansas.
He is survived by his six children, Tammy Combs and husband, Eddie, of Myrtle, Missouri, Marty L. Komm, III of Thayer, Missouri, Randall R. Komm of Fenton, Missouri, Mike Komm of Bryant, Arkansas, Missy Underwood and husband, Mark, of Thayer, Missouri, and Marvin Komm and wife, Teri, of Bolivar, Missouri; one sister, Frances Komm Wyatt of Thayer, Missouri; eleven grandchildren, Brian Combs, Jamie Perryman, Marty Komm, IV, Michelle Turner, Jessica Wolff, Jena Greer, Mikayla Barnett, Mitchell Underwood, Kristen Komm, Jason Komm and Josh Komm; ten great grandchildren, Tucker, Elena, Cash, Maggie, Legend, Legacy, Lane, Lance, Jordan, Jacey, Emery and Eli; one sister-in-law, Frankie Komm of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas; three nephews, Tony, Fred and Ken; one niece, Sandi; other relatives and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Opal Komm; one brother, Donald Komm; and brother-in-law, Lloyd Wyatt.
Martin was a Christian and member of the First Church of God in Thayer, Missouri. He loved his church and his church family deeply.
He was also a member of the Alton-Thayer Elks Lodge and was the Exalted Ruler for several years. He enjoyed going to the Mammoth Spring Senior Citizens Center and playing pool with whoever would go up against him.
Martin had a love for woodworking. He made beautiful clocks out of barn wood and other types of materials for his family and friends. He also would often sell them at local flea markets.
He was a conductor for Frisco Railroad, retiring after twenty years of dedicated service.
Martin enjoyed the outdoors, whether it be hunting, fishing or mowing grass. He will be remembered as a coach for Little League baseball and Mighty Mite football and was instrumental in building the fields at Thayer for his teams.
Most of all, Martin loved and adored his family. He was a devoted and loving father, brother, grandfather and friend. Martin was dearly loved by everyone who knew him and will be greatly missed.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.
Family will receive friends on Friday, October 12, 2018 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Carter Funeral Home.
Interment will be at the Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with arrangements under the direction of Carter Funeral Home in Thayer.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the First Church of God in Thayer, Missouri or the Mammoth Spring Senior Citizens Center.
Robert Jeffery Martin was born in Keiser, Arkansas, the son of Morris Martin and Billie Jeffery Martin on March 3, 1957, and departed this life on October 8, 2018, in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, at the age of 61 years.
He is survived by his mother, Billie Jeffery Martin; one daughter, Brittany Martin of Ravenden Springs, Arkansas; two step-sons, Carl Mardis of Dallas, Texas and Justin Mardis of Alton, Missouri; one brother, Tim Martin and wife, Melinda, of Keiser, Arkansas; two sisters, Cheryl Martin of Keiser, Arkansas, and Donna Martin and husband, Clifford, of West Plains, Missouri; one grandchild, Karston Hatfield of Ravenden Springs, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews who were very special to him; other relatives; a host of friends; and his special four legged buddy, Pedro.
He was preceded in death by his father, Morris Martin; his brother, Dale Martin; one niece, Kelly Puckett; and one nephew, Jason Combs.
Robert was a Veteran of the United States Army, serving our country proudly in the Vietnam War.
He was a Christian and member of the First Baptist Church in Myrtle, Missouri.
Robert adored his only grandson, Karston, who he spent much of his time with.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and loved spending his time outdoors.
He will be remembered as deeply devoted to his family, a good friend and neighbor. Robert will truly be missed by all that knew him.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 14, 2018 at 3:00 PM at the Cotton Creek Freewill Baptist Church in Couch, Missouri, with Brother Russel Hensley officiating.
The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2:00 PM until service time, at the church.
Interment will be at the Cotton Creek Cemetery in Couch, Missouri.
Arrangements are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc in Thayer.
