(From Ozark Memorial Park Crematory)Stephen Lynn Doubledee, age 72, went to be with the Lord on October 24, 2024. He was born on the family farm near Medoc, Missouri on October 31, 1951, to George and Jaunda (Harrel) Doubledee. He married Ruby (Winkler) Doubledee on April 11, 1982. They were together and inseparable in their nearly 43 years.
He is survived by his wife Ruby Doubledee, of the home, daughter Jennifer (Josh) Whiteside of Nevada, MO, son Enoch (Annette) Doubledee of Grapevine, TX, and daughter Micah Doubledee of Lamar, MO. He had one grandchild, Adhn Whiteside.
Additional survivors include one sister, Lois Reynolds, two brothers, Melvin Doubledee and Mike Doubledee, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was proceeded in death by his parents, brothers John Doubledee and Lehi Doubledee, and his cousin Craig Doubledee, who was his closest friend.
Stephen had many occupations throughout his life. He was a life-long farmer, a truck driver, construction worker, factory worker, and school bus driver. He played Santa at the Carl Junction Schools for nine-years and enjoyed mentoring the many children who rode his bus.
He spoke of his love of the Lord daily with anyone who would listen. He researched many different religious affiliations throughout his life and found brothers and sisters in Christ within all of them. He was a minister who believed each person should have their own personal relationship with the Lord.
He enjoyed fishing, outdoor life, driving super-bomber racecars, tractor pulls, car shows, and bluegrass festivals. One of his many passions was preservation of local history and he belonged to the Jasper County Cemetery Preservation Society. One of his projects was preservation of the Medoc Community Square.
His primary love was his family and farming. He found a special joy in every day. His sense of adventure and love for life was contagious.
He needed to personally determine if each vehicle he owned could burn rubber and station wagons were not exempt. Short duration stop-light drag races were common and often occurred when the other driver did not know the race was happening. He would clench the steering wheel tight, put on his “race face”, rev the engine, bark the tires, and belly-laugh with joy.
Stephen had many occupations throughout his life. He was a life-long farmer, a truck driver, construction worker, factory worker, and school bus driver. He played Santa at the Carl Junction Schools for nine-years and enjoyed mentoring the many children who rode his bus.
He spoke of his love of the Lord daily with anyone who would listen. He researched many different religious affiliations throughout his life and found brothers and sisters in Christ within all of them. He was a minister who believed each person should have their own personal relationship with the Lord.
He enjoyed fishing, outdoor life, driving super-bomber racecars, tractor pulls, car shows, and bluegrass festivals. One of his many passions was preservation of local history and he belonged to the Jasper County Cemetery Preservation Society. One of his projects was preservation of the Medoc Community Square.
His primary love was his family and farming. He found a special joy in every day. His sense of adventure and love for life was contagious.
He needed to personally determine if each vehicle he owned could burn rubber and station wagons were not exempt. Short duration stop-light drag races were common and often occurred when the other driver did not know the race was happening. He would clench the steering wheel tight, put on his “race face”, rev the engine, bark the tires, and belly-laugh with joy.
His grandson Adhn understood time with Papa would always be fun, and that many times Adhn would need to be the “responsible” one in their adventures. Their adventures were many. He did not know a stranger and made friends everywhere he went. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at the Twin Groves Events Center on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM, Services at 2:00, with additional visitation to follow.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park of Joplin, MO.
I worked with Steve at Flex-O-Lators years ago. He was a great guy. Loved his laugh.
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