Bill Cupp

(From Parker Mortuary)

William J. "Bill" Cupp, age 75, Joplin, passed away at 11:17 p.m. Thursday, November 14, 2013, at his residence.

Bill was born March 14, 1938, in Spring City, Missouri, to the late Harold S. Cupp and Ethel F.
Rhamey Cupp and had lived in the Joplin area most of his life.

He worked as a supervisor for Hudson Foods for 13 years. He also worked as a supervisor for Big John's Heavy Equipment for 10 years, retiring in 2001. Bill enjoyed fishing and was a faithful member of Church of God-Seventh Day.

Bill was a dedicated Christian who loved his church. He loved to fish with his brothers, nephews, grandchildren, and friends. He always looked forward to the annual camping trips at the creek or lake so he could spend valuable time with his family. His nieces and nephews meant so much to him. He looked forward to their phone calls and visits. He was a person who would always lend a helping hand to anyone in need. His sisters and brother had a wonderful relationship. When they got together, it was a joy to hear them talk about the events of their childhood. Most of all, he was a kind, wonderful husband who always treated his wife with love and admiration.

The family would like to thank Mercy Hospice for the excellent care they showed to Bill.

He married Carolyn Hall on October 28, 1962, in Joplin. She survives at the home.

Additional survivors include six grandchildren, Michael Miller, Carterville; Ryan Miller, Carterville; Rachael Miller, Carterville; Randon Miller, Springdale, Ark.; Taylar Miller, Springdale, Ark., Melissa Cupp, Sarcoxie; one great-grandchild, Caden William Miller; siblings, Harrison Cupp and his wife, Ruby, Joplin; Oliver Cupp and his wife, Dorothy, Carterville; Dorothy Wright, Windsor, Missouri; Helen Lewis, Baxter Springs, Kan.; Mildred Hight, Joplin; numerous nieces and nephews, including Larry Miller, Joplin.

Graveside services are planned for Monday at 10 a.m. at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. Dave Gartner will officiate. The nephews will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 to 3 p.m. at Parker Mortuary.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of God-Seventh Day, or to Mercy Hospice.

Arrangement are under the direction of Parker Mortuary.