Joe Nevills

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Joseph “Joe” Nevills, 46, of Carthage, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Joplin. He was born on January 10, 1977, to David Nevills and Ruth “Weppner” Nevills in Sullivan, Missouri. 

Joe has lived in the Carthage area for the past 30 years. He worked for Carthage Parks and Recreation for 22 years, the last two years of that as a Golf Course Superintendent, then started working for Colaw R.V. 

Joe loved the great outdoors, playing his guitar, and spending time with his family and friends. He took great pride in being a loving husband to Shellie and a supportive daddy to his baby girl.

Joe was united in marriage to Shellie Pyles on May 16, 1998, in Carthage; she survives.

Along with his wife Shellie, he is survived by his daughter, Savy Malcolm (James) of Carthage; his mother, Ruth Nevills; 12 brothers and sisters; and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father David Nevills and two brothers.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at Ulmer Funeral Home in Carthage, Missouri. There will be a visitation held the evening before from 6:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Ulmer Funeral Home. Burial will be at Fullerton Cemetery following the service.

Condolences may be made online at www.ulmerfh.com.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Ulmer Funeral Home.