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Daniel Peter Nessling

Daniel Peter Nessling was born on April 3,1946 in Chicago, Illinois and departed this life on April 15, 2022 in West Plains, Missouri.

He is survived by his wife and best friend of 32 years, Janet Nessling, with whom he did everything; his children, Sarah Horton and husband Blake, Stephanie Nessling, Elizabeth Nessling, Danny Nessling and wife Stephanie, and Paulette Watne; his loving grandchildren, Kypton, Koltyn, and Annistyn Horton, Mark Vizza and several grandchildren; great grandchildren; his fond brothers, Michael and James Nessling; other relatives; and many friends..

He was preceded in death by his parents William and Elizabeth Nessling; and two brothers, William and Richard Nessling.

Dan was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. He enjoyed going on cruises with his wife, supporting his daughters in every aspect of their lives, and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was soldier in the US Marine Corp, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. Dan was also a retired detective for the Chicago Police Department. Dan obtained a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice at Lewis University and was an instructor at the Chicago Police Academy.

Dan had a huge heart, and took in many children over the years, whom he still loved like his own. He could make anyone laugh with his warm, welcoming spirit.

He moved to the country, after spending his life in the city, and finally found his home. Dan cherished his horses, his land, his motorcycle and the peacefulness the country brings.

Dan was brave, caring, strong, and loving. We will forever miss and love him.

Funeral services for Daniel Peter Nessling, age 76, of West Plains, Missouri, will be held on Friday, April 22, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Thayer, Missouri with Father Maurice Chukwukere officiating.

The family with receive friends on Thursday, April 21, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home in Thayer, Missouri.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the National Law Enforcement Officer’s Memorial Fund; St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; or the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Fund (www.vvmf.org/giving-to-vvmf/).

Services are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Caroll Lynn Lucas

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Caroll Lucas was born Feb 28, 1938 in Chicago, Illinois to Arthur A Lucas and Emma Bell Lucas and died on April 2, 2022 in Thayer, MO.

Caroll married Howard Elliott June 14, 1980. She is preceded in death by Howard, her sister Elizabeth and her parents. She is survived by her brother Sam Lucas; nephew, Peter Caruso; nieces, Mary Pat Caruso, Sasha, Njani and Tiffany.

She began college at Wright Junior College, majoring in theater arts. She starred in the play “Born Yesterday.” She transferred to the University of Chicago and earned her BA in English in 1962. She worked as a crime reporter for the Chicago Tribune and was promoted to managing editor. Howard Elliot was her assistant editor and they eventually married. Then she worked at the Elgin Courier, other suburban newspapers in Chicago, as well as the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

When she was a child her father bought land near Myrtle, MO and left Chicago, but Emma remained in Chicago for several years running her hair salon (she was fond of electricity and running water), eventually moving down in 1961.

Caroll and Howard moved to Oregon County in the late 1970’s. They established CH Photography, traveled doing old time photos, and started a shop in Mammoth Main Street for the photo business.

Caroll and Howard established the Hill n’ Holler Publishing Company newspaper in 1995 which was delivered as a free regional weekly newspaper from November 1995 until December of 2009. It was a mix of news of entertainment, alternative medicine, Native American issues, movie reviews, local & regional news & events, and political news and opinion from widely varying viewpoints — and more — which drew readers from across the region and the world. A popular online version was launched in 2007-08.

Caroll was Editor-in-Chief and Howard was Co-owner and Associate Editor. When she wrote a column, it was always clear she was an expert. Howard did the layout and design, and she managed the marketing and stories.

One day she decided to get back into theater which blossomed into many local productions and concerts. She created the Repertory Theatre of the Ozarks (RTO) in July of 2003 and immediately started ordering scripts. She organized and got people to sing, play music, act, and work together. She procured lights, sound systems, costumes, and a theater in Mammoth Spring, AR. The first show was “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.” That was followed by another nine plays and over twenty concerts.

Caroll directed several plays with children and teenagers. She would plan for several months in advance of the rehearsals. The kids gained many valuable life skills from their participation in these productions.

A Celebration of Life Concert is planned for Saturday, April 30, 2022 at the Thayer, MO. Fun & Friends Center, 100 Chestnut Street. Thayer, Missouri from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

Arrangements are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Delpha Jewelene Simpson

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Delpha Jewelene (Stogsdill) Simpson was born on July 28, 1926 in Couch, Missouri, the daughter of Walker and Mittie (Dodson) Stogsdill, and departed this life on April 13, 2022 at her home in Thayer, Missouri surrounded by her children at the age of 95 years.

She was united in marriage on September 11, 1945 to Edwin Simpson.

Jewelene is survived by two children, Larry Simpson and wife Rosie, and Lana Waits and husband Kenneth; three grandchildren, Robert Simpson (Melody), Matt Simpson (Rhonda), and Misty Goetting Zabarac, all of Thayer, Missouri; two step-granddaughters, Nocana Runt (Paul) and Lisa Richardson; seven great grandchildren, Teanna Simpson, Shelby Long (Ryan), Colton Goetting (Beth), Cody Goetting (Jenna), Cameron Goetting (Sahara), Dustin Howell (Cameron), and Dalton Howell (Cheyenne); seven great great grandchildren; one sister, Davie Scott; one brother-in-law Bill Felts; numerous nephews and nieces; other relatives; and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walker and Mittie Stogsdill; one sister, Beatrice Felts; and one grandson, Roy Goetting.

Jewelene leaves behind her church family from Thayer Free Will Baptist Church where she served as Sunday School secretary for many years. Everyone who knew her loved her. She was of the Free Will Baptist faith.

She went to work right out of high school and worked at the garment factory for 30 plus years until she retired in 1988. Jewelene also worked at the Ration Board office in Alton during World War II.

Jewelene liked to cook any kind of food especially for family or church gatherings. She also liked to work in her yard and raised beautiful flowers. Jewelene especially enjoyed the many years with her Quilting Sisters in Christ.

She will truly be missed by her family and many friends.

Funeral services for Delpha Jewelene Simpson will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Todd Williams and Brother Richard Robinson officiating.

The family with receive friends on Saturday, April 16, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to service time at Carter Funeral Home in Thayer, Missouri.

Burial will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2022 in Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Jerry Vaughn Smith

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Jerry Vaughn Smith passed away April 1, 2022 in Salem, AR at the age of 75. He was born April 1, 1947 to Herbert and Iva (Powell) Smith in Mammoth Spring, AR.

Jerry loved his hometown. Jerry served as mayor of Mammoth Spring, was an active member of the Lions Club, served as Justice of the Peace on the Fulton County Quorum Court, and was a member of the Fulton County Hospital Board. He was extremely active in the George D. Hay Foundation and all community activities. He worked several years in construction building houses. At age 65 he earned his real estate license and found yet another way to assist folks in his community.

Jerry was a Christian man and a member of the Pilot Church of Christ. He was a quiet man with a strong presence.

He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, JoKay Wilkerson Smith.

Jerry married Arlene Faye Harris Humphries on June 9, 2018 at their home in Glencoe, AR. Together these two cherished their time going to grandchildren’s ball games and rodeos, traveling around the area, working real estate, and going out to eat. Jerry was a blessing to the Humphries family, and they loved him very much.

He is survived by his wife, Arlene; three children: Heath (and wife Kelli), Lance (and wife Mandy), Misti (and husband Ross); nine grandchildren: Quincy, Rhett, Kylee,Tressie, Kelsey, Cooper, Taci, Graci, and Harris; special cousins: Barbara Nicholson, who Jerry loved as a sister, and Wayne Smith, who donated a kidney to Jerry; brother-in-law, Jack Haney; sister-in-law, Suzanne (and her husband Jack) Callahan; many precious nieces and nephews; other relatives; and a multitude of great friends.

Jerry will truly be missed by his family and the community in which he lived.

Funeral services for Jerry Vaughn Smith will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

The family will receive friends on Monday, April 4, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home in Thayer. Missouri.

Interment will be on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 in Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Shirley Jean Kerby

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Shirley Jean Kerby was born in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas on June 3, 1925, the daughter of Carl Callahan and Doshia Staggs Callahan, and passed away on March 30, 2022 at Silverstone Place in Rolla, Missouri at the age of 96.

She was united in marriage to Cletes Kerby on February 10, 1946 who preceded her in death

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Doshia Callahen; her husband, Cletes Kerby; her son, Richard Kerby; and one brother, Travis Callahan.

She is survived by one granddaughter, Melinda Adamson (Bobby) of Rolla, Missouri; one grandson, Ryan Kerby (Diana) of Kentucky; nine great grandchildren, Olivia Moore, Tanner Adamson, Makenzi Adamson, Raven Adamson, Andrew Potocnik, Maria Kerby, Tobias Kerby, Decklan Kerby and Bailey Wilmeth (Cody); three great great grandchildren, Drake Wilmeth, Maci Wilmeth and Scarlett Wilmeth; four nephews, Jack Callahan Neal Callahan Steve Simers and Robie Simers; other relatives; and many friends.

Shirley was a Christian and a member of the Mammoth Spring United Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir and was the church bookkeeper. She was also active in church activities and faithfully attended church as long as she was able.

After graduating from Mammoth Spring High School, Shirley got a bachelor’s degree in business in Springfield, Missouri, and returned to Mammoth Spring, Arkansas where was the office manager and bookkeeper for the electric company.

Shirley was a homemaker and known for being a candy maker, keeping her family stocked up with sweets for the holidays. She also liked spending time outdoors and watching old westerns on television.

She will truly be missed by her family and friends.

Funeral services for Shirley Jean Kirby will be held on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Jaimie Alexander and Faron TBo officiating.

Burial will be on Monday, April 4, 2022 at Riverside Cemetery in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Rose Johnson

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Rose Johnson, 82, Thayer, Missouri passed away March 29, 2022 at Shady Oaks Healthcare in Thayer, Missouri.

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

Booker Inabinett

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Booker Inabinett was born February 2, 1949 in Independence, Missouri, the son of Mack Davis Inabinett and Aarona Geneva Goff Inabinett. and departed this life on March 28, 2022 at his home in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas at the age of 73.

He was preceded by parents, Mack and Aarona Inabinett.

Booker is survived by three children, Amanda (Mark) Adams, Jessica Inabinett, and Bleu (Sarah) Inabinett; eight grandchildren, Jacob Powell, Tyler Tallent, Samuel Tallent, Trey Adams, Cameron Clark, Alyson Everright, Cassidy Everright and Luke Inabinett; one great granddaughter, Elaina Tallent; three brothers, Marshall (Judy) Inabinett, Owen (Judy) Inabinett, and Wake (Ann) Inabinett; two sisters, Maxine Elton and Verona (Harry) Stacey; and an extensive host of nieces and nephews; other relatives; and many friends.

Booker will truly be missed by his family and many friends.

Memorial services for Booker Inabinett will be held on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Wake Inabinett officiating.

The family with receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to service time at Carter Funeral Home in Thayer, Missouri.

Burial will be held later in Mississippi.

Services are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Vergie A. Bales

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Vergie A. Bales of West Plains Mo and formerly of Thayer MO was born to Granville Harold (G.H.) Fuller and Mary Lutica Cochran Fuller on September 12, 1930 at Koshkonong MO. She entered her heavenly home on March 27, 2022 at the age of 91 years, 5 months, and 15 days.

She was united in marriage to Donie Bales on July 12, 1958 in Alton MO. Vergie spent her married life as a homemaker and a dedicated wife, supporting Don’s accomplished Army career, and later, his career at Carter Funeral Home.

After Don’s death, Vergie spent most of her time with her sister Edith, going wherever their car would take them for the day. It was never a surprise to see Edith’s car in your driveway with Vergie in the passenger seat. Aunt Vergie loved her family, loving her nieces and nephews as if they were her own children. We will forever giggle at the thought of Aunt Vergie’s “selective” participation in conversations at family gatherings. Rest assured that Aunt Vergie heard every word we said, even in her last days.

She is survived by her nieces, Marilyn Langston (Buddy) who was her caretaker, her Diet Coke supplier, and a fierce advocate for her care, Angie Sutherland (Christy), Pam Harpole (Mike) and Donna Piper; her nephews, Rodney Sutherland (Rhonda), Ronnie Sutherland (the late Jodie Sutherland), Dennis Sutherland (Debi), Doug Sutherland (Doylene), Lonnie Hutson(Carol) and Gary Hutson; her brothers-in-law, Bill Bales(Joann) and Jack Bales(Margie), many great nieces and nephews, and the many dedicated caregivers and friends of Pleasant Valley Manor and West Vue Nursing Center.

Vergie was preceded in death by her husband Donie; sisters Edith Sutherland, Gladys Hutson, Gloria Fuller(infant); her brother Kenneth Fuller; nephew Donald Hutson; and her mother and father.

Graveside services for Vergie A. Bales will be held on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Shiloh Grand Gulf Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with Bill Bales officiating.

Burial will be on Thursday, March 31, 2022 in Shiloh Grand Gulf Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri. l

Linda Kay Brewer

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Funeral services for Linda Kay Brewer, age 75, of Thayer, Missouri, will be held on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Richard Robinson and Brother Todd Williams officiating.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 27, 2022, from 12:00 p.m.to service time at Carter Funeral Home in Thayer, Missouri.

Burial will be on Sunday, March 27, 2022, in Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.

Shelley Gail Carter

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Shelley Gail Cowen, daughter of Hurley Cowen and Carma Hall, was born in West Plains, Missouri on March 12, 1963, and departed this life on March 22, 2022, in Mountain Home, Arkansas, at the age of 59 years.

She is survived by her bonus mother, Marion Cowen of Fryatt, AR; one brother, Randy Cowen and wife Stacey, of Koshkonong, Missouri; stepsiblings David (Linda) Pearce of Missouri, Thomas Pearce of California, and Kate Pearce of Kansas; daughter, Jessica Ramon and husband Rey of Navasota, Texas, daughter, Jennifer Worbington and husband Ron of DeWitt, Arkansas; one son, Chance Elliott of Mountain Home, AR; Arkansas; grandchildren Gabriel and Grace of Texas, and grandchildren Chandler, Koby, and Kylee of Arkansas, special family friends Lacey and Charley Bramblett and their three children of Mountain Home, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

She is preceded in death by grandparents; parents Hurley and Carma; sisters Linda Collins and Karen Cowen; and step-brother Chris Pearce.

Shelley worked in manufacturing throughout her life. She worked at several plants, but most remembered by her girls was the turkey factory which gave them the love-hate relationship with the food. She also worked in several boat manufacturing sites and enjoyed telling about the new or different things she would see.

Shelley was blessed with the “gift of gab”, which her daughters and most of her grandchildren also inherited. She would talk to anyone about anything, everything and nothing. She never met a stranger and was friends with everyone. She loved meeting people and visiting. Her hobbies included playing cards, baking when her kids were younger, singing every song she could from the 60’s & 70’s country music era (she was really good at it), and in her later years, she loved watching tv shows. Her phone conversations had to revolve around the schedule of her shows.
She will truly be missed by her family and friends.

A private memorial will be held later this summer. Please feel free to contact her children for information.
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