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Joyce Deffenderfer Obituary

Joyce Lorene Deffenderfer, age 68, Ozark, passed away Monday, September 13, 2010. She was born March 31, 1942 in Springfield, the daughter of Elgie T. and Vivian (Richardson) Rhea.
Survivors include three sons, Dwight Deffenderfer and Jim Holton, Springfield, Justin Duane Deffenderfer, Sand Springs, Oklahoma and Alan and Olivia Deffenderfer, Havre de Grace, Maryland; three grandchildren, Sheila Mari Arlt-Deffenderfer, Jacob Dale Deffenderfer and Shiloh Michelle Deffenderfer; and three great grandchildren.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Oren Dale Deffenderfer.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark, with Reverend Calvin Maberry officiating. Burial will follow in Selmore Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday in the funeral home.

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Published by News-Leader on Sep. 14, 2010.

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Lana (Cowan) Hittle

September 14, 2010

May you find comfort in the memories of your mother. She was a special lady as I grew up around the corner. All three of you and your families are in my heart and in my prayers at this time.

Robert Dugger

September 14, 2010

Peace be with you.

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