Pamela Sue Risner nee Vaughn was born on May 2, 1958 in Kansas City, Missouri, the only child of H.E. and Mary Navarrette Vaughn, and departed this life on February 11, 2021 at her home in Thayer.
She was united in marriage to Keith Risner on April 2, 1983.
Pam was preceded in death by her parents, H.E. and Mary Vaughn; her grandparents; and her in-laws.
She is survived by her husband, Keith, her only son, Beau and extra sons, Tim Tillman and Logan King.
Pam graduated from Thayer High School in 1976 and was the Homecoming Queen that year.
She graduated from X-Ray School and worked at Ozarks Medical Center as an x-ray technician for 37 years and retired in July of 2020.
Pam was a Christian and of the Catholic faith
She was an animal lover, liked dirt-roading, and enjoyed riding motorcycles with her family.
She will be missed by her family, friends, and the community in which she lived.
Memorial services for Pamela Sue Risner were held on Monday, February 15, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Clay Risner officiating and services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc. in Thayer, Missouri.
A Celebration of Life for Pam Risner will be held at a later date.
February 13, 2021 @ 10:28 am
The Risner Families,
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to all of you on the passing of Pamela. I worked with her at OMC and she was pleasure to be around. She was always friendly, caring, and wonderful to talk to on a daily basis. She will be missed. During this difficult time may God comfort, encourage, strengthen, and give each of you peace. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Timothy Redburn
February 13, 2021 @ 4:31 pm
Risner family; shocked and saddened by the news of Pam passing. She was always so fun and enjoyable to be around.. prayers are your family.
February 14, 2021 @ 11:01 am
Keith and Beau,
I’m sorry I can’t make it for the funeral service, I just wanted to say Pam was a great friend and wonderful person. She had the biggest heart of anyone I know. When I started working in the Cath Lab she was one of the few that was friendly and gave me a chance. We have had so many good times and laughs and I loved her.
I am a better person for having known her. I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Love, Angie
February 14, 2021 @ 7:33 pm
Keith, we are so sorry for your great loss. Our prayer is that God will give you strength to carry you through the coming days.
February 15, 2021 @ 9:29 am
Keith, I’m so very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. May God give you strength and comfort in the days ahead.
February 15, 2021 @ 11:32 am
Keith and Beau I’m so very sorry for your loss. Pam was a very special person to me. She always had a smile and a zest for life I admired. She will be missed greatly. May god grant you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
February 17, 2021 @ 4:42 am
Pam; you are missed by so many. Thank you for all you did for my family. You were the perfect work partner for my Kala. You were always there in her darkest times. You had her back as she did for you. When LJ passed you were one of the first to come and be with us that day. It will never be forgotten. RiP my friend until we meet again! Vicki
February 21, 2021 @ 9:25 am
Keith and Beau, I am so sorry for your loss. Pam was so kind, beautiful and thoughtful. She always had a smile and a kind word. She will truly be missed.
February 21, 2021 @ 2:22 pm
I’m sorry for your loss I hope the days ahead gets easier you are in my thoughts and prayers always you ever need anything please don’t hesitate to call I will do my best to help you. Your friend, Cindy Rogers
February 22, 2021 @ 2:17 pm
So sorry for your loss.
I worked with her @ OMC.
She was a sweet and kind hearted person.
May she rest in peace.
Cherish her memory.
Kathy Beaty, LPN (Retired)
May 8, 2021 @ 1:25 pm
I am just now reading of Pam’s passing, and my heart breaks for each of you. I know that she was a ray of sunshine in so many different peoples lives it seemed that she never met a stranger, and that was some of the many beautiful qualities that I admired about Pam. I worked with her at OMC and she we discovered later had grew up with my family and they all were very fond of each other. I know that Pam is waiting in heaven for all of her family and friends to join her there. I am praying for comfort and peace as you all have had to start again with an empty place that Pam once filled. I am sending hugs of love from my heart here to your hearts there.❤❤❤
June 9, 2021 @ 9:38 pm
Keith and Beau, I am just now reading of Pam’s passing and am so sorry for your loss. Pam was a great person to know and be around. She will be missed by all. Prayers for comfort and strength in the coming days.