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Memorial services for Grace Ann Ragsdale, age 77, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas will be held Saturday, January 6, 2018, at 2:00 PM at the Mammoth Spring Church of Christ with Jeff Lancaster officiating.

William “Bud” Adams was born the son of Chester Adams and Marvel Range Adams on January 9, 1944, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, and departed this life December 31, 2017, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, at the age of 73 years.

He was united in marriage on February 15, 1964, in Thayer, Missouri, to Phyllis Ann Rhoades.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-three years, Phyllis Adams of the home in Thayer, Missouri; two children, Rhnea Adams and fiancé, Jason Oakes of Hardy, Arkansas and Matthew Adams and wife, Mandy of Viola, Arkansas; two precious granddaughters, Lauren Godwin and husband, Corey of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas and Maylee Adams of Viola, Arkansas; two special great grandsons, Landen and Chase Godwin of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas; his father-in-law, Hosea Rhoades of Thayer, Missouri; brother-in-law, Wayne Rhoades of Nixa, Missouri; sister-in-law, Janet Bowers and husband, Don of Thayer, Missouri; a special cousin, Terry Range of Thayer, Missouri; other relatives; and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Marvel Adams and his mother-in-law, Ann Rhoades.

Bud was a graduate of Thayer High School, graduating with the Class of 1962.

He and Phyllis owned and operated Adams Western Store for over fifty years.

Bud was a cattle farmer and one of the last true cowboys. He was an active member of the Thayer and Mammoth Spring Saddle Club for many years and was currently serving on the Board of Directors for the Missouri State Wagon Train.

Most of all, Bud enjoyed driving his team of mules and his wagon on the Gee and Haw Horse and Wagon Ride and also, the Missouri State Wagon Train and Trail Ride with his friends.

Bud was a Christian man and a member of the Thayer First Baptist Church.

He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He will be greatly missed, but we have the peace of God knowing that he is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer.

The family will receive friends at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, January 3rd from 12:00 Noon until service time at 2:00.

Burial will be in the Thayer Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

In lieu of flowers, the family request contributions be made in Bud’s memory to Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.

Johnny Ray Dowdy was born the son of Otto Dowdy and Lourana Bell Dowdy on January 29, 1941, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, and departed this life December 30, 2017, at his home in Koshkonong, Missouri, at the age of 76 years.

He was united in marriage on November 15, 1974, at West Plains, Missouri, to Linda Frost.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Dowdy of Koshkonong, Missouri; three children, George Dowdy of Farmington, New Mexico, Mary Foret of West Memphis, Arkansas, and Elizabeth Ambrose and husband, James of Koshkonong, Missouri; two stepsons, Jimmie Davis and Marty Johnson, both of Lexington, Tennessee; four grandchildren, Jennifer Raymond, Nicole Dennis, Mary Beth Elvington, and Nicole Smith; six great grandchildren; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Otto and Lourana Dowdy; one brother, Jesse Dowdy; three sisters, Tressie Michaels, Laura Abney, and Ruby Hollis; and one stepson, Ronnie Elvington.

Johnny Ray was a well known and dependable livestock trucker in this area, retiring after many years of hauling livestock.

He enjoyed the outdoors, especially the sports of hunting and fishing.

He was a Christian and a member of the Church of Christ.

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

Funeral Services will be held Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

The family will receive friends at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, January 4th from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00.

Burial will be in the Wayside Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

Donald June Hayes was born the son of R.V. Hayes and Lillian Green Hayes on June 27, 1925, in Thayer, Missouri, and departed this life on December 11, 2017, at his home in Thayer, Missouri, at the age of 92 years.

He was united in marriage on December 17, 1949, at West Plains, Missouri, to Maudie E. Highfill, who preceded him in death on March 24, 1954. He was united in marriage on December 25, 1959, at Granite City, Illinois, to Melba Ruth Ferguson.

He is survived by his wife, Ruth Hayes of the home in Thayer, Missouri; one daughter, Doris “Faye” (Hayes) Roppo and husband, Michael of Aurora, Colorado; five grandchildren, Everett Roppo, Carrie Ranisate, Rob Roppo, Ben Roppo, and Joshua Roppo; three great grandchildren, Cassandra, Arianna, and Chandler Ranisate; one sister, Davene Green of West Plains, Missouri; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Maudie Hayes; his parents, R.V. and Lillian Hayes; and one brother, Rillis Hayes.

Donald was a veteran of the U.S. Army, proudly serving his country during World War II.

Donald was known as a man of many talents. To name a few, he was a musician, making many unique instruments; a rock mason, building many fire places and other rock structures in the area; and most of all, he was gifted in the electronic field, using his wisdom and knowledge to create many astounding items.

Donald was a Bible Scholar, attending Southwestern Bible College in Texas. He was a Christian and a member of the Midway Pentecostal Church, where he faithfully attended as long as health permitted.

He will truly be missed by his family, his church family, and friends.

Funeral services for Donald J. Hayes will be held December 14, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Anthony Woods, Brother Charles Barnett and Brother Richard Green officiating.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home in Thayer.

Burial will be in Shiloh Grand Gulf Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

Joseph “Joe” Lawrence Brown was born the son of Lawrence Adam Brown and Joanna Belle Warren Brown on August 27, 1935, in Chanute, Kansas, and departed this life December 5, 2017, at his home in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, at the age of 82 years.

He was united in marriage on June 4, 1955, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, to Ima Jean Dodge, who preceded him in death on August 18, 1969. He was united in marriage on April 23, 1971 at Thayer, Missouri, to Kathryn Pearl Posten, who preceded him in death on July 7, 2016.

He is survived by five children, Terry Brown of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, Kathryn Bowers and husband, Claude W. “Bill”of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, Robert Brown and wife, Kristy of Thayer, Missouri, Ed Brown and wife, Rebecca of Thayer, Missouri, and Keith Teichmer and wife, Suzanna of Salem, Arkansas; thirteen grandchildren, Ted Brown and wife, Jackie, Amanda Brown, Rachel Tallant and husband, Aaron, Adam Brown and wife, Sammie, Andrew Brown, Mason Brown, Nathan Bowers, Curtis Bowers, John Brown, Caleb Brown, Seth Brown and wife, Destinee, Autumn Orth and husband, Andrew, and Alex Ulrich; five great grandchildren, Mollie, Maggie, Jace, Braxton, and Gabrielle; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Joanna Brown; two wives, Ima Jean Brown and Kathryn Brown; and one daughter, Luanne Brown.

Joe was a graduate of Mammoth Spring High School, graduating as Salutatorian of the Class of 1953.

He was a carpenter, building and assisting with the construction of many homes in the area.

Joe was an avid collector of antique tractors, machinery, and also steam engines. He enjoyed the thrill of the hunt and excitement of a rare collector’s find. Joe’s collection was known as one of the largest in the area.

He also enjoyed his team and wagon and especially the trail rides with his friends.

He was a member of the Rustic Wheels Club in Harrison, Arkansas and the Ozark Older Iron Club in Cabool, Missouri.

Joe was a Christian man and one of the first members of the First Church of God in Thayer, where he faithfully attended as long as health permitted.

He was a loving and devoted family man and will truly be missed by his family, church family, and many friends.

Funeral Services for Joe Brown, age 82, of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, will be held Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 10:00 AM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

The family will receive friends at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, December 9th from 9:00 AM until service time at 10:00.

Burial will be in the Rose Hill Cemetery near Thayer, with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

Robert Dean Thompson was born the son of William F. Thompson and Alice Deane Melton Thompson on September 26, 1958, in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, and departed this life December 5, 2017, in St. Louis, Missouri, at the age of 59 years.

He was united in marriage on December 27, 1998 at Thayer, Missouri to Deborah Garner, who preceded him in death in May of 2015.

He is survived by his mother, Deane Thompson of Thayer, Missouri; four children, Mariah Bonner of St.Charles, Missouri, Rocky Sifford of Springfield, Missouri, Kelly Sifford and friend, Tylan of Fort Meyers, Florida, and John Sifford and wife, Mariana of Miami, Florida; a special buddy, Donna Knight of St. Charles, Missouri; three grandchildren, Emma, Malakai, and Maya; two brothers, Billy Thompson of Thailand and Richard Thompson and wife, Teri of Shreveport, Louisana; one sister, Sheila Thompson of Thayer, Missouri; two uncles, John Thompson and wife, Ruth of Kansas City, Missouri and David Melton and wife, Addie of Thayer, Missouri; many other relatives, friends and co-workers.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Deborah Thompson; his father, William Thompson; and his grandparents.

Bobby was a graduate of Thayer High School, graduating with the class of 1976.

He was employed as an Inspector in the Produce Department of Sav-A-Lot Grocery.

Bobby enjoyed fishing, bowling, taking walks over the farm, and was an avid sports fan of baseball and football.

Family was very special to Bobby and always came first in his life. His last wishes were, “Take me home and I’ll find Daddy and we’ll go fishing, and please tell Mariah how proud I am of her.”

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

Funeral Services for Bobby Thompson will be Sunday, December 10, 2017, at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer.

Visitation will be Sunday, December 10th from 1:00 PM until service time at the funeral home chapel.

Burial will be in the Thayer Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

Carol Dean Cochran McGuire was born the daughter of Arch Cochran and Lora Nettie Martin Cochran on January 24, 1938, in Camp, Arkansas, and departed this life December 4, 2017, in Gonzales, Louisiana, at the age of 79 years.

She was united in marriage on June 20, 1959, in Kansas City, Kansas, to John McGuire, who preceded her in death on September 8, 2004.

She is survived by two sons, Dan McGuire and daughter-in-law, Cindy McGuire and Sam McGuire and daughter-in-law, Linda McGuire; seven grandchildren, Haley McGuire, Ashlie Lay and husband, Anthony Lay, Larry Murray and wife, Beth Murray, Chance McGuire Tina Kemmerling and husband, Donald, Chris Hennard and wife, Chelsea, and Randy Swank; seven great grandchildren, Parker Murray, Hannah Lay, Grace Lay, Gibson Murray, Daylan Kemmerling, Demi Kemmerling, and Amelia Hennard; two sisters, Sue Poulette and brother-in-law, Leroy Poulette, and Eleanor Dodd; two brothers, Ollie Cochran and Eugene Cochran; sisters-in-law, Betty Lambert and Paulette McGuire; brother and sister-in-law, Anthony and Lynn McGuire, brother and sister-in-law, Tim and Karen McGuire; nieces and nephews, Dennis and Genia Poulette, Debbie and Rusty Hyde, Sherman and Kathy Dodd, Roger Dodd, Dale and Barbara Dodd, Kelley McGuire, John McGuire, Kevin and Kris McGuire, Kati and Mike Hoeniges, Molli McGuire, Megan and Wes Thoennes, Erin and Chris Loranger, Kirk and Gabby Lambert, Paula and Dennis McSwain, Mark and Nancy Lambert, Barbara and Luther Dearborn, Cindy and Mike Clift, Jennifer and Darby Milner, Debbie and Steve Miller, Kim and Jim Hart, Pam and Danny Busch, George and Sheron Cochran, Linda Spoor, and Sandra Spoor; many great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews; and a host of friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arch and Lora Cochran; her husband, John McGuire; three brothers, Archie Ray Cochran, Sam Cochran, and Wayne Spoor; one brother-in-law, Jerry McGuire; three sisters-in-law, Ripple Cochran, Barbara Cochran and Mary Spoor; and one nephew, Jack Spoor.

Carol was a graduate of Koshkonong High School.

She enjoyed the company of her family, cooking, gardening, working on the family farm, shopping, and listening to music.

Along with her husband, she and John owned and operated Dogwood Trails Restaurant in Thayer for several years.

Carol was a Christian lady and faithfully attended church as long as health permitted.

She was deeply devoted to her family and will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She will truly be missed by her family and friends.

Funeral Services for Mrs. McGuire will be held Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri.

The family will receive friends at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, December 8th from 6:00 until 8:00 PM.

Burial will be in the Thayer Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

James Lee Summers was born the son of Herbert Lee “Jake” Summers and Edith Bates Summers on July 7, 1942, in Thayer, Missouri, and departed this life December 3, 2017, at Shady Oaks Health Care in Thayer, Missouri, at the age of 75 years.

He was united in marriage on June 18, 1960, in Myrtle, Missouri, to Dorris Louise Garrison.

He is survived by his wife, Dorris Summers of Myrtle, Missouri; two children, Deanna Summers of Jefferson City, Missouri and James Michael Summers and wife, Sandy of Myrtle, Missouri; five grandchildren, Mikael, Jill, Cierra, Sheyenne, and Jake; one brother, Mark Summers and wife, Cindy of Orlando, Oklahoma; four sisters, Mary Todd, Shirley Cockman, Jean Hall, and Ella Mae Oakes and husband, Jerry, all of Thayer, Missouri; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jake and Edith Summers.

James was a graduate of Couch High School, graduating with the class of 1960.

He was a well-known auctioneer, a livestock farmer, and custodian at Couch High School for many years.

James was a Christian and a member of the Byrd Free Will Baptist Church.

He was a loving and devoted family man and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandkids.

He will truly be missed by his family, friends, and the community in which he lived.

Graveside Services will be held Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Byrd Cemetery, near Myrtle, Missouri with Brother Richard Todd and Brother Joe Garrison officiating.

The family will receive friends at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday, December 5th from 6:00 until 8:00 PM.

Burial will be in the Byrd Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Byrd Cemetery.

Robert Lee Cantrell was born the son of Dolan Cantrell and Pearl Davenport Cantrell on August 3, 1951, in Daytona Beach, Florida, and departed this life November 20, 2017, at his home near Mammoth Spring, Arkansas, at the age of 66 years.

He was united in marriage on July 5, 1991, in Pueblo, Colorado, to Carla McFadden.

He is survived by his wife, Carla Cantrell of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas; four children, Jeremy Cantrell, Emilee Abernathy, David Nelson, and Rudy Patin; seven grandchildren, Lucas Abernathy, Logan Abernathy, Larkin Abernathy, Layton Abernathy, Gibson Cantrell, Daley Cantrell, and Nova Cantrell; nieces; nephews; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dolan and Pearl Cantrell; one son, Nathaniel Cantrell; one daughter, Franchesca Cantrell; one brother, Dolan Cantrell, Jr.; and one sister, Helen Allen.

Mr. Cantrell was a veteran, proudly serving his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

He was a heavy equipment operator and worked in commercial demolition.

Robert was a true outdoorsman and loved living in the country and the ozark mountains. He loved animals, especially his dogs and cats. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, hunting, target shooting, and most of all, blowing things up.

Robert was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mammoth Spring, where he was actively involved in many church activities.

He will be missed by his family, church family, and the community in which he lived.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Mammoth Spring with Brother Charles Morgan officiating.

The family will receive friends at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, November 27th from 6:00 until 8:00 PM

Burial will be in Fryatt Cemetery near Mammoth Spring with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.

Jerry Ray Todd was born the son of Roy Todd and Aleeta Todd on May 1, 1943, in Saddle, Arkansas, and departed this life November 19, 2017, at his home in Thayer, Missouri, at the age of 74 years.

He was united in marriage to Carolyn June Nichols Todd, who preceded him in death. He was united in marriage at Koshkonong, Missouri to Janice Sue Bowers Todd, who preceded him in death on July 19, 2007.

He is survived by two daughters, Carolyn June Edwards and husband, Sam of Thayer, Missouri and Kimberly Ray Carr and husband, Darren of Thayer, Missouri; seven grandchildren, Alisha Reid, Kayla Edwards, Samantha Edwards, Crystal Edwards, Jerrod Carr, Hannah Carr, and Darnett Carr; two great grandchildren; one brother, Harold Todd and wife, Naomi of Mammoth Spring, Arkansas; one sister, Mary Hollis and husband, Larry of Thayer, Missouri; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Aleeta Todd; and his wives, Carolyn Todd and Janice Todd.

Jerry was a veteran, serving his country in the United States Army.

He was an automobile body repairman and loved old vintage cars.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing pool, and the dances at the VFW and George D. Hay Music Theater.

Jerry always looked forward to the good times he spent with friends at the Thayer and Mammoth Spring Senior Citizens Centers.

Jerry was a kind and caring father, grandfather; and brother, and a good friend and neighbor.

He will truly be missed by his family and all who knew him.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 2:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Jared Russell officiating.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 21st from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Carter Funeral Home in Thayer.

Burial will be in Thayer Cemetery with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer.