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Russell E. Heatherly June 24, 1939 - April 27, 2020

Russell Eugene Heatherly, age 80 of Ozark, Missouri passed away Monday, April 27, 2020 in Buffalo Prairie Care Center after a long illness. He was born June 24, 1939 in Ava, Missouri to Vernie and Beulah (Dye) Heatherly. On June 22, 1958 he was united in marriage to Patricia Ruth Goos.

Russell enjoyed lending a helping hand to those in need. He spent his early years working for the Ozark Police Department and later volunteering for the Ozark Fire Department and Ozark Ambulance Service. His faith eventually lead him to become a preacher and pastor of small churches in his community. He will most recently be remembered for working at the Plaza Gas car wash during his retirement years.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patty (Goos) Heatherly, three daughters, Gayle and Tim Maples of Spokane, Gina and Curt Hewitt of Nixa and Tyla Heatherly of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He was proud of his six grandchildren, Crystal, Nicole, Lane and Whitney, Jeremy and Kelly, Krista, and Alex. He especially enjoyed having six great-grandchildren, Canon, Carter, Lake, Lowen, Raelee, and Grayson; three brothers Gary and wife Darlene, Wandal and wife Janet and Larry and wife Karen.
A public gravesite memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Heart Association or the Selmore Cemetery Fund.

Private family graveside services will be held at Selmore Cemetery. Arrangements under the care and direction of Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark. Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com.

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    Peggy.Brodersen says
    April 27, 2020 at 3:23 pm

    Russell was a very fun second father to me and I cherish those memories. Praise God for him and his testimony and the love of his family. Praying comfort for all of you at this time. Peggy

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    Bryan and Samantha (Roussell) VandenHoek says
    April 27, 2020 at 4:10 pm

    Patty- Please know that we are praying for you and the girls. Praise the Lord for his enduring love and the promise of heaven. I know that this time away from Russell has been hard to bear but your love for him was always evident!

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    Pamela says
    April 27, 2020 at 4:41 pm

    We are very sorry for the loss of Russell. Our prayers are with all of the family during this time’
    Sincerely,
    Norma Heatherly Cook, Pam Graham Brayfield, Michael Johnson and daughter Kirsten.

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    Janet Heatherly says
    April 27, 2020 at 5:24 pm

    Wandal , Russell’s brother and his wife Janet will miss him so much.

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    Robyn Schroeder says
    April 27, 2020 at 7:16 pm

    Dear Patty and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Russell and you with all my heart. I regret not having been able to see him. Our prayers are for you always. Love, Harold, Robyn, Carrie and John

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    Jan Healzer says
    April 27, 2020 at 11:24 pm

    Good byes are the Pitts. I am sad for your family. I am thankful he was a believer and taught you about the Jesus who is coming back soon. Keep believing He comes!

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    Ginger (Heatherly) Lane says
    April 28, 2020 at 9:57 am

    So very sorry for your loss. He was a great man and will be missed. My prayers are with you all.

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    Alicia & Chris Chaves says
    April 28, 2020 at 3:02 pm

    Dearest Patty,
    We send you all our love and soon a great big hug when I can. We are praying for you all for peace and comfort.
    Russ was kind and simply incredible. I enjoyed his gun talking, stories about growing up, and also those while working under Buff. I will cherish him in my heart always. We love you!

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    Debbie Brueggemann says
    April 30, 2020 at 12:34 pm

    So sorry for you loss. Sending prayers and love 💕🙏

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    Toni Van Dyne says
    May 2, 2020 at 3:15 pm

    Dear Patty and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Russell was a man of faith and we know he is with the Lord. We pray for strength and peace for you and your family in the days to come.
    Florence Clinkingbeard and Toni Van Dyne

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