Reba Lois McDaniel

Reba Lois McDaniel was born on Aug. 5, 1924, to Zina and Viola (Firesteine) Sneed. She peacefully departed this life in her home on Sept. 16, 2010, and is now in heaven with her Lord and Savior. She married her husband, Frank, of 64 years, on March 4, 1946. To this union, three children were born- Greg, Brenda and Eric. Reba was a faithful member of Cornerstone Baptist Church of Richland since it began and dedicatedly ministered to her church family by serving on the kitchen committee. She loved Jesus and always took time to pray for her friends and family. Reba was also a loyal friend and spent many enjoyable hours at the Richland Senior Center socializing. One of her favorite pastimes was reading Christian novels and completing crossword puzzles. Reba’s family will remember her in countless ways, and they will never forget her delicious apple salad, cherry cheesecake and deviled eggs. She was the proud owner of an impressive collection of salt and peppershakers from around the world, and she loved shopping. Individuals who knew Reba will remember seeing her walk around Richland hand-in-hand with Frank. The longevity of their marriage was and continues to be an inspiration to many. Those left to mourn Reba’s passing are her husband, Frank of St. James, Mo., her brother, Chester Sneed of Springfield, Mo., sister, Zella Morrow of California, son, Greg, and daughter-in-law, Nancy of Cabot, Ark., daughter, Brenda Thornsberry, and son-in-law, Max of Richland, Mo., son, Eric, and daughter-in-law, Vickie of Las Vegas, Nev., three granddaughters, Robin Garrett of Houston, Ark., Carrie McDaniel of Cabot, Ark., Jessica Hartman of O’Fallon, Mo., and three grandsons, Dr. Jonathan Thornsberry of Ozark, Mo., Chris McDaniel of Cabot, Ark., and Aaron McDaniel of Las Vegas, Nev., nine great-grandchildren, along with nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral services were held at 2:30 P.M. Sunday, September 19, 2010 in the Cornerstone Baptist Church with Pastor Chuck Baker officiating. Reba’s grandson, Dr. Jonathan Thornsberry read the obituary. Marsha Reagan accompanied the congregation as they sang “The Solid Rock”, “Amazing Grace, My Chains are Gone” and “I Can Only Imagine”. The song “Precious Lord Take My Hand” was also played. Pastor Baker read a special poem titled “The Other Side”. Serving as escorts were family and friends. Burial followed in the Oaklawn Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Reba McDaniel to the Missouri Veteran’s Home of St. James or the Coyote Hill Children’s Home and may be left at the funeral home.

Reba Lois McDaniel

August 5, 1924 - September 16, 2010