Orval Bishop Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Orval Bishop of Carthage, Missouri. Orval, born on July 5, 1934, passed away on November 5, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Bishop and Maude Bishop (Brown); and his siblings, Chalmer Freeman Bishop, Ruth Prime and Leta Ware.
He is survived by: his daughters, Patricia Cole (Douglas) of Gladstone and Nancy Bishop of Rome, Georgia; and his grandchildren, Lindsay Cole and Jefferson Cole. He is also survived by nieces and nephews; and great nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, November 9th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Ulmer Funeral Home (1208 S Garrison Ave, Carthage, MO 64836). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, November 10th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church (617 S Main St, Carthage, MO 64836). A burial was held on Tuesday, November 10th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Park Cemetery (801 S Baker Blvd, Carthage, MO 64836).
Contributions can be made to the First United Methodist Church or the local Masonic Travel fund in care of Ulmer Funeral Home.
