Phyllis Lorene Harper

Phyllis Lorene (Bradley) Harper, daughter of Wilford and Alma (Gaunt) Bradley, was born in Long Lane, Missouri on June 10, 1930, and departed this life on the evening of Monday, January 2, 2023, at the Ozark Nursing and Care Center in Ozark, Missouri. She was at the time of her passing 92 years, six months, and 23 days of age. Phyllis spent her early years growing up near the Long Lane, Missouri area. She spent her first years of school at Pattersonville. She was an adventurous child that enjoyed her walks to school and swinging on grapevines over the slew next to the river. Phyllis would later go on to attend Buffalo High School during her teenage years. During this time, she would meet her first husband, Robert Poindexter, and they were married in Red Top, Missouri on January 1, 1948. To this union were seven children. They farmed for a few years before moving to Springfield, Missouri. In 1968 Robert passed away and Phyllis continued to live in Springfield. Years later she met Nelson Harper, and they were married on March 18, 1977. They had to retire early but spent that extra time together going on vacations and traveling. They would do this until Nelson’s passing in 2012. Phyllis was a faithful member of the Galloway Full Gospel Church in Springfield. She enjoyed many activates such as quilting, sewing, gardening, and gardening. She also enjoyed listening to music. Phyllis was preceded in death by her two husbands; one son, Rex Poindexter; one daughter, Deanna Mondy; one greatgrandchild, McKenzie Poindexter; and 12 siblings. She is survived by five children, Jimmy Poindexter & friend Carolyn of Willard, Missouri, David Poindexter & wife Debbie of Springfield, Missouri, Ruth Hathcock & husband Steve of Springfield, Missouri, Kevin Poindexter of Springfield, Missouri, and Kyle Poindexter; nine grandchildren; 13 greatgrandchildren; and five great-greatgrandchildren. Phyllis was faithful wife, caring mom, and loving grandma. She is loved and will be missed dearly. Funeral Services for Phyllis will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at the Cantlon-Otterness & Viets Funeral Home in Buffalo, Missouri. Visitation will be held one-hour prior to the service at 10:00 A.M. Interment will be in The Hill Cemetery in Long Lane, Missouri. Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Hill Cemetery.

Phyllis Lorene Harper

June 10, 1930 - January 2, 2023