Joann Carol Haworth, 84, of Purdy, Mo. passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at her home.

She was born January 19, 1940, in Cassville, Mo. the daughter of Albert Milton “A.M.” and Marie (Doty) Sparkman, who preceded her in death.

Also preceding her in death was her husband, Verlon Leroy “Bub” Haworth; one brother, Verlin Howard and twin infant sisters.

Survivors inlcude one son, Lee Haworth of Purdy, Mo.; one daughter, Janice Ray and her husband Ernie of Purdy, Mo.; one brother, James Sparkman and his wife Darla of Exeter, Mo.; one sister, Phyllis Henbest and her husband Keith of Katy, Texas; two grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

She grew up and attended school in Exeter, Mo., graduating from Exeter High School in 1958. After graduating she worked at Moss Supermarket in Monett, Mo. After getting married she milked cows on the family farm before becoming employed by FASCO Industries in Cassville, Mo., where she worked for 20 years and from where she retired. She taught Sunday School class, and had attended both Gunter Church and Arnhart Baptist Church.

Services were held at Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Fohn Funeral Home in Cassville. Pastor Jerry Nickle conducted the services. Burial was at Maplewood Cemetery in Exeter, Mo.

Contributions may be made to Ronald McDonald House or Barry-Lawrence County Development Center in memory of Joann.