Carol Morehead

Carol Katherine (Semler) Morehead, 87, of Higginsville, Missouri formerly of
Lexington passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Centerpoint Medical
Center surrounded by her loving family.
Family will have a private burial at Machpelah Cemetery at a later date. Memorials are
suggested to First Baptist Church in Lexington. Memories of Carol and condolences
for her family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com or on our Facebook page.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home, 1720
South St., Lexington, MO, 64067, 660-259-2245.
Carol was born on September 26, 1937, to Virgil and Katherine Myrtle (Goodloe)
Semler in Lexington, Missouri. In 1955, she graduated from Lexington High School.
Carol was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lexington. Carol was an owner and
operator of H&R Block in Lexington. On January 14, 2006, Carol was united in
marriage to Virgil K. Morehead in Lexington, Missouri. She was a member of the Red
Hat Society and Golden Ages. Along with spending time with family and friends, Carol
was often found square dancing, a pastime that reflected her vibrant personality and zest
for life. She also dedicated time to charitable walks, demonstrating her compassion and
desire to give back to her community.
Carol is survived by her loving husband Virgil K. Morehead; three children, Brenda
(David) Cox of Warrensburg, MO, Shelli (Alan) Weitkamp of Lexington, MO, and
Derrick (Heidi) Morgan of Higginsville, MO; twelve grandchildren, 28 great-
grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, relatives,
and friends.
Along with both her parents, Carol was preceded in death by a brother, Clint W.
Semler.