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Jackie “Jack” Ray Barnett

Jackie “Jack” Ray Barnett was born on October 22,1942 in Moko, Arkansas to Otto Cyrus and Maeoma (Bell) Barnett and departed this life on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 3:45 a.m. surrounded by his family.

He was united in marriage to Leni Watkins on March 26, 1970 in West Plains, Missouri and they enjoyed 56 years of traveling and spending time with family.

Jack was an avid fisherman, golfer, gardener and movie watcher. He loved the St Louis Cardinals baseball and football he was a big Mizzou Tigers fan; he never missed a game. In the early sixties he served as a Naval Corpsman at Camp Pendleton assisting physicians in triage and emergency care, including laboratory and radiology to sailors, Marines and their families. Upon returning from the military, he continued his work in the medical field until his retirement in 2012.

He is survived by his wife Leni of the family home, three children, Dawn Anderson and husband Jody, Brian Barnett and wife Jennifer all of Springfield, MO and John Barnett and wife Melanie of West Plains, Missouri. Seven grandchildren, Kelsey Whitcomb and wife Krista, Avery Anderson, Harrison Barnett and wife Delaney, Ethan Barnett, Scout Barnett, Logan Ebert and wife Tessa, Brooke Holloway and husband Billy. Four great-grandchildren, Rylee Ebert, Jaxon Holloway, Langston Ebert and Carter Holloway.

He is preceded in death by his parents Otto and Maeoma Barnett, in-laws Thomas and Orel Watkins, and Brother Junior and wife JoAnn Barnett.

Jack will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for his love of family and friends. His laughter and wisdom were gifts to everyone who knew him.

A celebration of life visitation will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in West Plains, Missouri from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Burial will be at a later date.

Phyllis J. “Jo” Miller

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Phyllis J. “Jo” Miller was born October 12,1937, at Couch, Missouri, to Ode and Zella (Roy) Hackworth. She departed this life Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the age of 88, at West Vue Nursing Home, West Plains.

Phyllis graduated from Couch High School with the class of 1955. While attending there she was active in all music related activities and volleyball. She continued her love for music and volleyball into adulthood. Singing for the church and community choir, playing volleyball on city league teams and attending local volleyball events. She was inducted into the National Honor Society in 1954.

She was united in marriage to Robert L. Miller, October 2, 1955 and enjoyed 63 years of marriage before his passing in 2019.

Phyllis was employed with Eaton Corporation (Invensys) for 28 years. She felt a strong commitment to her employer and served on various committees while working, including serving as a representative on the United Way Board.

She was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church for 58 years teaching the age 3-6 class for 32 years. She held multiple roles as a member of the church WAC (auxiliary). She enjoyed gifting prayer bears to ladies that might be struggling, experiencing a life change, or she felt a special burden for. She gifted close to 100 bears over the years. Her greatest reward this side of heaven was being a wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Phyllis is survived by her four children (spouses); Rhonda (Tom), Randy (Michelle), Jo Beth (Doug), Jeff (Melody); ten grandchildren (spouses); Silu, Dee Dee (Ed), DJ (Beth), Derek, Sarah, Lyndsey (Colin), Brock (Joanna), Seth (April), Logan (Allison), Kody (Jacy); and 12 great-grandchildren; Serenity, Nevaeh, Acelyn, Radley, Arlo, Lyla, Eden, Nora, Benjamin, Emma, McKenzie, Mazie. Sisters-in- laws; Maralyn, Joyce, Bille Ann, Janice, Glenda (Jay); Brother-in-law Morris (Sharon). Many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, friends, and special neighbors Mike, Becky and Kevin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ode and Zella Hackworth, in-laws Monroe and Florence Miller; Sister Glenda, her husband Bud and son Terry. Miller family in-laws; Evalyn (Everett), Gene, Bert, Tom, Loel and nephew Steve.

Memorial contributions may be made to Chaos Closet or a charity of your choice, and can be left at the funeral home.

A celebration of life visitation will be held on May 22, 2026 at Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

There will be a burial of cremains on May 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Thayer Cemetery, Thayer, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains,

Judy Redd

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Judy Denise Redd, 64, Willow Springs, Missouri was born January 9, 1962 to the late Paul McKinley and Wilma Jane “Tooley” Collins, and passed away April 11, 2026 in West Plains, Missouri.

In 1999 she married Dale Oscar Redd at their family home in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Judy loved to crochet, crafting, gardening, word games and puzzles, and researching family history. Spending time with family and friends and cherishing moments with her grandchildren brought her the greatest joy.

Judy worked numerous years with multiple Walmart locations in Missouri and Colorado, holding a number of positions within the company. She also spent several years processing insurance claims for the Veterans Affairs while in Colorado.

She is survived by four children, Joshua Aaron Collins-Redd, Misti Shea Thornton (Chester), Janae Marie Collins-Redd and Kyle Matthew Collins-Redd and six grandchildren, Nevaeh, Madyson, Joshua, Landyn, Kaydyn and Elyzabeth Thornton, all of the family home.

She is survived by seven siblings, Donna Cook, Peace Valley, Missouri, Paula McDaniel, Batesville, Arkansas, Karen Collins, Meriden, Kansas, Gary Collins, Meriden, Kansas, Lora Collins, West Plains, Missouri, Sheilla Beltz (Wayne), Willow Springs, Missouri, Shane Collins (Candice), Hardenville, Missouri, and a host of nieces and nephews who she will always be “Aunt D” to, and many other family members and friends who love and will miss her.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; four siblings, James Robert Collins, Kathy Louise Vivone, Keith Alan Collins (Nicki), and Darren Neil Collins.

Judy will be deeply missed and fondly remembered for her love of family and friends. Her laughter and wisdom were gifts to everyone who knew her.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri.

Burial will be at Howell Memorial Memorial Park Cemetery, Howell County, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains, Missouri.

Susan Holloway

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Susan Holloway, 52, West Plains, Missouri passed away March 25, 2026 at her home in West Plains, Missouri.

She was born October 13,1973 in the state of Illinois to the late William Hall and Sidona “McCord” Hall.

She is survived by four children, Coty Holloway, Laura Collins Hooper and husband Cory, Shachawna Collins, and Lane Katzenmaier; five brothers, Brian McCord and wife Debbie, Robert McCord, Kenny McCord, Gary Robertson, and Wiliam Hall and wife Tina; two sisters, Sandra Collins and Tammy Davis; eight grandchildren, Zaid Hooper, Aurora Hooper, Amara Hooper, Levi Hooper, Madalynn Alford, Chaynne Alforfd, Braxton Smotherman, and Brooklyn Holloway, and lots of nieces and nephews and other family members.

She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Sidona Hall; one child, Casey Holloway, and one sister, Brenda Robertson.

Susie was a big animal lover. She had two dogs and a bird. Her dog’s names were Jake and Tickles and her bird’s name was Blake. She always enjoyed a good laugh. She would try to help anyone that needed it if she could. She loved to watch wrestling. She loved her friend and family. She took care of her son when he was diagnosed with Huntingtons until he passed away in 2021, when she was diagnosed with lung cancer.

Services for Friday, April 10th, 2026 have been canceled, and new date will be announced later.

Paula Mae Orf

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paula Mae Orf, 75, Bakersfield, Missouri, who went to her eternal home on March 29, 2026, at Baxter Regional Hospital in Mountain Home, Arkansas.

Paula was born September 13, 1950, in Lakeland, Florida, to the late Paul T. Adams and Gladys Smith Adams.

Paula was united in marriage to Jerry Lee Orf on October 27, 1966, in Polk City, Florida, and enjoyed nearly 60 years of blessed marriage.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry Lee Orf, Bakersfield, Missouri; four children, Jerry Lee Orf II and wife Tronnia, Mansfield, Missouri, Kimberly Dillinger and husband Michael, Pomona, Missouri, Kelly Fowler and husband Randy, Bakersfield, Missouri, and Kevin Orf, Bakersfield, Missouri; one brother, Payton Adams, Jacksonville, Florida; ten grandchildren, Brittany Neal and husband Joseph, Mansfield, Missouri, Rebekah Gray and husband Christian, Mansfield, Missouri, Kyle Dillinger and wife Cassie, West Plains, Missouri, Jonathan Dillinger and wife Alicia, West Plains, Missouri, Tiffany Eagleman and husband Darrick, Caulfield, Missouri, Jeremy Fowler, Caulfield, Missouri, Nathan Fowler and wife Andrea, Moody, Missouri, Zachary Fowler and wife Sarah, Bakersfield, Missouri, Shaylee Orf, Bakersfield, Missouri, and Jolleah Orf, Bakersfield, Missouri; fourteen great grandchildren, Brantley Neal, Paisley Neal, Sophia Neal, and Harper Neal, all of Mansfield, Missouri, Malachi Gray, Evelyn-Katherine Gray, and Micah Lee Gray, all of Mansfield, Missouri, Hunter Eagleman and Sawyer Eagleman, both of Caulfield, Missouri, Riley Rae Dillinger, Ember Dillinger, and Theodore Dillinger, all of West Plains, Missouri, also one more baby Dillinger on the way, and Josiah Fowler and Saide Fowler, both of Caulfield, Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul T. and Gladys “Smith” Adams; one brother Theodore Adams and one sister, Connie Sue Adams.

She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, gardening, and preserving food. Though she dearly missed her family, beaches, and seafood of her native Florida, she chose to build a strong family in Ozark County, Missouri.

Polly loved her family beyond measure and lived a life of selfless sacrifice. She will be deeply missed.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in West Plains, Missouri. Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Burial will be held at Udall Price Cemetery, Ozark, County, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains, Missouri.

Margaret Blanche Hammond

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Margaret Blanche Hammond, 81, passed away March 2, 2026 at National Health Care in West Plains, Missouri.

She was born November 9, 1944 in Otter Lake, Michigan to the late Leon Traver and Winifred “West” Traver.

She was married March 19, 1970 in Gainesville, Missouri to Bill Hammond, who preceded her in death September 26, 1998.

She is survived by her friend and partner of twenty-two years, James Parks; two children, John Hammond and wife Wendy, West Plains, Missouri, and Teresa Flynn and husband Daniel, West Plains, Missouri; two grandchildren, Jessica Dye and husband Daniel, West Plains, Missouri and Daniel Durant and wife Kristen, Junction City, Kansas; three great grandchildren, Carson Craig, West Plains, Missouri, Mason Durant and Isaiah Durant, both of Junction City, Kansas; three brothers, Robert Traver, Donnie Traver, and Lyle Traver; five sisters, Cindy Howell, Velma Sinka, Millie Endert, Joyce Roach, and Violet Wolosonowich, and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three brothers, Herman Traver, Eddie Traver, and Bill Traver, and three sisters, Gladys Redman, Linda Bishop, and Bea Thompson.

She loved to travel and play golf. She also loved playing a good game of cards, liked to bowl, and was very good at it too. She loved all animals and all outdoor activities, such as swimming, working in her garden; then canning and cooking from her garden. She loved spending time with her family most of all.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in West Plains, Missouri.

Fern (Cawvey) Duke

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Graveside services for Fern (Cawvey) Duke, 94, West Plains, MO, will be held at 2:00, Saturday, February 28, 2026 at State Line Cemetery, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home. There will also be a short visitation time from 12 o’clock until 1:00 p.m. at Carter Funeral Home Chapel, West Plains, Missouri.

Mrs. Duke passed away on February 21, 2026 in Rochester, MI. She was born on May 20, 1931 in Moko, Arkansas to Cecil King Cawvey and Lona Mae (Holloway) Cawvey. Mrs. Duke was married to Tollaray Duke on July 9, 1949 in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas.

Mrs. Duke and her husband moved to Michigan in the early 1950’s where they raised two children. Mrs. Duke retired in 1984 from the Pontiac State Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan, where she worked for over thirty years. After retiring, Mr. and Mrs. Duke moved back home to West Plains, MO. Mrs. Duke was a long time member of the Moko Church of Christ.

Mrs. Duke is survived by her two children, Ronald Duke, (wife Marjorie Duke) and Rhonda Duke, her three grandchildren, Dustin Duke, Destiny Hahn (husband Aaron Hahn), and Danielle Duke, and her three great grandchildren, Braeden Duke, Jackson Hahn, and Colette Hahn.

Mrs. Duke is preceded in death by her parents, husband, her sisters Rosella and Christina, and her brothers Hedley, Gerald and Marshall.

Roger D. Turnbull

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Roger D. Turnbull, 54, West Plains, Missouri passed away February 17, 2026 at University of Missouri Hospital in Columbia, Missouri.

He was born December 2, 1971 in Belle Glade, Florida, to the late Robert Lee Turnbull, Sr. and Susan Elizabeth “Ellison” Turnbull.

He was married to Sarah Self on April 20, 2025 in Pomona, Missouri.

He is survived by his wife, Sarah, West Plains, Missouri; two children, Madyson Elaine Collins, West Plains, Missouri and Matthew Meikle Drewery, West Plains, Missouri; six brothers, Robert Turnbull, Jr., West Plains, Missouri, Kenneth Turnbull and Charmaine, West Plains, Missouri, Eddie Turnbull and Heather, West Plains, Missouri, Billy Turnbull, West Plains, Missouri, James Turnbull and Patti, Pomona, Missouri, and Joey Turnbull, West Plains, Missouri; two sisters, Roberta Powers and Ed, Nixa, Missouri and Ruth Gerdes and Mike, Mountain Home, Arkansas; two grandchildren, Susan Nichole Fenwick, West Plains, Missouri and Astrid Marie Drewery, West Plains, Missouri.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one grandson, Simon Meikle Drewery; one niece, Jessica Dawn and one nephew, Ethan Turnbull.

He loved his family deeply and enjoyed every minute that he could spend time with them. His motto, “No One Left Behind.” He was a truck driver for many years. He loved to travel, and really enjoyed fishing and making big bonfires while spending time with family.

Local arrangements are under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains, Missouri
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A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Leona (Lee) Agnes Brown

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Leona (Lee) Agnes Brown, 93, passed away February 17, 2026 at West Vue Nursing Center in West Plains, Missouri.

She was born July 7, 1932 in New Liberty, Missouri to the late Oscar Allmon and Bertha “Reed” Allmon.

She was married to Donald Brown on February 22, 1952, who preceded her in death October 26, 1991.

She is survived by one son, Keith Brown and wife Sonda, West Plains, Missouri; grandchildren, Steven Brown and wife Amber, and Lacy Walker and husband Kevin; great grandchildren, Kaylee Collins and husband Wyatt, Hayden Brown and wife Ally, Kinley Brown, Natalie Walker and Joel Walker.; great great grandchildren, Everett Collins, Mabel Collins, Henry Brown, and Thomas Brown, all of West Plains, Missouri; one brother, Elven Allmon and wife Brenda, Winfield, Missouri, and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband and nine sisters, Flodia Parrott, Selma Brawley, Sybel Bunzel, Bonnie Simpson, Freeda Thompson, Inez Brown, Avalee Fanning, Annalee White, and Jetta Toler.

She was a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother. She truly loved taking care of her grandchildren. She enjoyed gardening, making beautiful quilts, feeding the birds, and growing beautiful flowers. She loved going to her yearly family reunion, visiting with all her family and showing off her grandchildren. She loved traveling, going on many bus trips, enjoying the sites and friends she traveled with. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Graveside services will be held Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hickory
Grove Cemetery in Oregon County, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., West Plains, Missouri.

Lida Elizabeth “Warren” Wallace

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lida Elizabeth Warren Wallace, 91, who left this world to be with her Lord on February 12, 2026. Born on October 29, 1934, in the small community of Myrtle, Missouri, Lida lived a life rich in love, service, and grace.
Lida was the cherished daughter of Fred Francis Warren and Meda Mae Risner Warren. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of nearly six decades, Jackie Dean Wallace, who she married on a beautiful day in May of 1953. Together, they built a family and created a legacy of love that endures. Lida is also predeceased by her parents and her dear brothers: Fred (wife-Joyce), Jack (wife-Catherine), and Jerry Warren, who surely welcomed her into heaven with open arms.

A dedicated mother, Lida is survived by her children who were the light of her life: Dorothy (Dottie) Wallace of St. Louis, MO; Edward (Ed) Wallace (Pam) of West Plains, MO; and Lisa McGee (Darryn) of Collinsville, OK. Her devotion to her family extended to her seven grandchildren: Jennifer Basler Janowitz, Sarah Basler Villers (David), Clifton Wallace (Bekah), Becky Wallace Rosencrance (Scott), Christi Wallace, Mae McGee Shumaker (Nathan), and Lily McGee, as well as her seven great-grandchildren: Jack Wallace, Minnie Villers, Eleanor Shumaker, Kaitlyn Rickett (Jonathan), Austin Rosencrance, Nathan Rosencrance, and Meagan Rosencrance. She also leaves behind a dear sister in-law, Mary Warren (Jerry), and many beloved nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Gifted both academically and personally, Lida graduated as valedictorian of Thomasville High School. High School was a highlight of Lida’s life, and she made many lifelong friends and excelled at her position as catcher on the softball team and spiker in volleyball. Lida went on to further her education at Draughon’s Business College. Her career at General Motors spanned 30 years, where she began as a key punch operator and advanced to the role of executive secretary to the plant comptroller, a testament to her intelligence and dedication.

Lida was a devoted member of the Free Will Baptist Denomination. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life, guiding her through her roles as a Sunday School teacher, choir member, soloist, and deacon’s wife. She found joy and purpose in her leadership roles with the Women’s Auxiliary and later with the West Plains, MO, Grandmother’s Club and Library Club. After moving to Collinsville, OK, in 2016, she found community in the Home Representatives Club and Collinsville FWB Church.

Her love for Jesus was reflected in her daily life through her love for scripture and worship music. She was known for her elegant and warm presence, her beautiful smile, and lovely speaking and singing voice. Lida was a woman of grace and strength, whose warmth touched everyone she met.

Lida found great joy in creating a welcoming home, where holidays and special occasions were celebrated with love, laughter and good food. She delighted in spending time at the piano and singing, playing games and hosting gatherings, crocheting, being a fan of the St Louis Cardinals and watching all their games. She was adventurous at heart, enjoying travel, roller coasters, horseback riding, and even ziplining in her 80’s, always with a twinkle in her eye
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A service celebrating Lida’s remarkable life will be held on February 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the United Free Will Baptist Church of West Plains, MO (where she and Jack were active members for 20 years), located at 607 Lanton Road, West Plains, Missouri. There will also be a visitation time from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Susanna Boggs, Deborah Bickerstaff, Bobbie Page, Jenny Walker, Julie Crow and Kristen Owens for their compassionate care over the past two years. Also, Thank you to Season’s Hospice and Ray of Sunshine Nursing Services for their very loving and professional care in Mom’s final days.

We will always carry Lida’s memory in our hearts, comforted by the knowledge that she is now in the loving arms of Jesus. To our precious Mom and Grandma, we love you and will see you again soon.