Neta Mae Cauthon passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the Parkview nursing facility in Bolivar Missouri. She was 91 years old.
Neta was born March 12, 1933 in the area of Osceola, Missouri. Her parents were Maude Mae Prine and Williams (Yank) Robinson.
Neta was the youngest of the seven children, all who have proceeded her in death. She graduated Osceola High School in 1950. It was there she met her future husband, JD. They were married soon after her graduation. They enjoyed 70 years as a husband and wife.
Together they raised three children, James David (Debbie) Cauthon, Judith Diane (Jay) Porter, and Jean Denise (Dan) Martin. They greatly loved and enjoyed their four grandchildren, Jesamy (TJ) Wilkening, Jaymi (Todd) Sutton, Jacob (Kellie) Martin, and Julia (Ryan) Whitsel.
Neta fondly recalled many happy experiences being raised around the Sac Osage river, but not long after she and JD married, they relocated to the Kansas City area. It was in 1965 that they decided that they had enough of city life, so they purchased a farm in the area of Gerster, MO. Life was very different from city living but as a family they loved it.
Eventually, after the children left home they sold the farm and relocated to areas around Osceola, Vista, and Humansville. Together they would purchase houses and remodel them for future sales. They were successful in this and enjoyed the challenges associated with it.
In 1964, Neta was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and became a member of the Humansville Congregation for the rest of her life. Neta loved her family and friends. But, most of all, she loved Jehovah, her god. That is why one of her greatest joys was sharing the good news of God’s Kingdom with her neighbors; she continued doing that until her dying day.
Neta and her family would like to thank all who helped provide care for her final days. There is simply no way to recount the love shown by all those associated with Hospice, the entire Parkview staff, and especially by her dear friends in the Humansville and Bolivar Congregations.
4 Condolences for Cauthon, Neta Mae
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Randy Cauthon says
December 16, 2024 at 9:17 amA beautiful soul.
Taylor Reyes says
December 16, 2024 at 9:49 amA shining light of a woman, Neta wasn’t just my neighbor—she was a dear friend. She had a way of making everyone feel special, like the star of their own story. I’ll never forget her jokes about being part “robot” with her hearing aid or how she loved her neighborhoodcats, plants, family, and her husband.
She shared stories of her life, her past jobs, and the joy she found in motherhood. Neta’s warmth and love left a lasting mark on everyone she met. I’ll miss waving at her from across the yard, loosing time in conversations on her couch, and hearing her laughter.
Neta, I hope you’re enjoying a Wendy’s chocolate shake and hugging your husband, just like we talked about. I’m grateful for every moment I got to know and care for her. Or be cared by her.
For personal reasons, I won’t be attending the funeral, but I know Neta would understand. I’ve sent flowers and am holding her family in my heart with love and warmth.
MARK CAUTHON says
December 16, 2024 at 2:11 pmOne of our sweetest Aunts and always fun to be around. Forever with Jesus..
ANGELA M says
December 3, 2025 at 11:36 pmI’m just now seeing this so my condolences are late, but heartfelt nonetheless. I did not know Sister Cauthon, but I’m sure her warmth touched all of you. May you continue to find peace and comfort in the Scriptural teachings that no doubt brought her comfort during difficult days. As you continue to reflect on her life, may her words ring in your ears, words of her strong faith and assured hope.