Bill Vern DeWitt, age 89 of Forsyth, Missouri passed away Monday, October 3, 2022, in his home. He was born December 12, 1932, in Chadwick, Missouri the son of Rosco and Rhetta (Wiggins) DeWitt. On December 24, 1959, Bill was united in marriage to Eva Bilyeu and this union was blessed with three children.
Bill was a longtime Christian County resident and retired from Native Wood Products of Ozark, Missouri. He was a hardworking man who enjoyed being outdoors, cutting wood, raising large vegetable gardens and loved his horses. Bill was best known for the unconditional love he shared with his grandchildren, they all adored him. He enjoyed attending the many activities and events of his grandchildren, such as ballgames and voice competitions. Bill was always their best cheerleader and supporter. At the age of 60, Bill was self-taught and learned to play the piano, he was also very gifted and talented at playing the fiddle, banjo, guitar and mandolin. Church was an important part of his life, he was dedicated as a deacon for 40 years, and was presently attending Oakwood Baptist Church of Forsyth. Bill will be sadly missed but his loving memory will live on forever in the hearts of his wonderful family.
Bill is survived by his wife Eva; three children Andy DeWitt and wife Tara, David DeWitt and wife Judy, Lisa DeWitt Stricker; nine grandchildren Katy DeWitt-Duree and husband Austin, Elizabeth Bradshaw and husband Brian, Jordan DeWitt and wife Liz, Alissa Scherer husband Kevin, Bethany Quandt husband Brandon, Baylee Stricker, Abbey Stricker, Livvy Stricker and Mia Stricker; eight great-grandchildren; five brothers Bob DeWitt and wife Sue, Benny DeWitt, Warren DeWitt and wife Carla, Jerry DeWitt and wife Kathy, Garland DeWitt and wife Teresa, two sisters Marilyn Estes and husband David, and Julenne Anderson and many other caring relatives. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and two brothers.
Graveside funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 5, 2022 in Meadows Cemetery, Forsyth, Missouri. Visitation will be held from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. in Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark, Missouri. Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com
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Carolyn Burkhart Cantrell says
October 5, 2022 at 5:05 pmSo sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sue Sisco says
October 6, 2022 at 5:06 pmEva I am so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. I just found out on the day of his service and I’m not getting around too good these days so unless my kids or grandkids update me, I don’t get the news. Please let Andy, David and Lisa I am sorry for them too. I’ve experienced the loss of my parents, a couple of my brothers and of course Randy my better half. So I know what each of you are going through and there is no words I can say except God has you in His big comforting hands right now. I will be praying for peace and comfort for the days you have ahead of you. Iove you in Christ’s name…Susie Lafferty-Sisco.
Andrea Smith says
October 7, 2022 at 7:04 amWhat a beautiful obituary and precious pictures. Love and prayers to all family and friends.