Johnny Gaither

(From Ozark Memorial Park Crematory)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnny Gaither “peanut”, 67 of age, who was born on February 21, 1958, in Visalia California , United States, to Johnny Edward Gaither and Wanda Kathiel. He peacefully left this world on August 8, 2025.

Johnny is survived by his loving spouse, Deanna Sue Gaither, whom he married in year 1992. 37 Years Together, they had 5 children: Josh Norton (spouse; Arrow), Jalyn Wilbert, Amea Rush (spouse Dusty), Haliey Wheeler (spouse Scott), Trisha Ryan, and Blake Williams. He was a devoted father and grandfather to his 15 grandchildren.

He moved from Arizona to California, Meet Terry Erickson who taught him all things trucks and gave him a way to make way for his Family to which he pursued a career as a truck driver. He retired after 49 years of service. In his free time, Peanut enjoyed riding his motorcycle, Peanut was a founding member of Ukiah bikers toy run community christmas effort of 25 years.

Johnny will be remembered for his kindness, dedication to his family, and his adventurous spirit. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Services will be held 10:00 Am August 16, 2025 at Simpson Funeral Home 101 N. Main Street Carl Junction 64834

Arrangements are under the direction of Ozark Memorial Park Crematory joplin mo.