Joan Boston Carrell Obituary
The family announces the passing of Joan Boston Carrell of Temple, Texas on September 18, 2026. Joan, born on May 24, 1927 in Wellington, Texas, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Joan Boston Carrell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Joan will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Joan by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Joan is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Joan’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her son James Newton Thames; her parents, Tommie Jo Boston and William Moody Boston; and her husbands, Bernie Thames and Dayton Carrell.
She is survived by: her son William Carrell (Martha); her grandsons, Tommie Thames, Adam Dayton Carrell and Nathaniel Norman Carrell (Megan); and her great grandchildren, Nathaniel Everett Carrell and Beau Ross Carrell.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Scanio-Harper Funeral Home (3110 Airport Rd, Temple, TX 76504).
