Barbara McDowell Obituary
In loving memory of Barbara McDowell of Carthage, Missouri, who departed this world on May 1, 2026 at the age of 64. Barbara leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jimmie Houk and Charlene Kettner (Kettner); her siblings, Marie Allen and Jimmie Houk Jr.; and her grandchild Mikayla Scott.
She is survived by: her husband Claude McDowell; her children, Christopher McDowell, Justin Scott, Donny McDowell, Leann Kmick (Aaron), Stephanie McDowell and Sara Eimer; her sister Sandy Houk; and her stepmother Marina Houk. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren; one great‑grandchild.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Mason-Woodard Chapel (3701 E 7th St, Joplin, MO 64801). A funeral service was held on Thursday, May 7th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Thursday, May 7th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Stone Cemetery.
