Charles Youngblood

(From Ulmer Funeral Home)

Charles Clay Youngblood, 77, of Carthage, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at St. Luke’s Nursing Home in Carthage, Missouri. Charles was born October 27, 1948, in Carthage, Missouri, to Floyd and Dorothy Youngblood. He was a lifelong area resident and worked as a farmer, cattleman, and owner and operator of Charles Youngblood Dirt Works until his retirement.

Charles married the love of his life, Deborah, on July 19, 1970; she survives. 

He was a member of Center Point Church and served in the Missouri National Guard, Earth
Moving Division. Charles enjoyed watching his grandkids at their ball games and going to cattle shows at the fair.

Along with his wife, Deborah Youngblood, Charles is survived by three sons; Brian Youngblood (Kelli), Scott Youngblood (Victoria), and K.C. Youngblood (Courtney); a daughter, Cindy Jones
(John); a brother, Garry Youngblood (Susan); and two sisters, Mary Jane Marshall (Doug)
and Susan Youngblood-Wendelton. He is also survived by numerous grandchildren; Tyler Jones, Cody Jones, Jordyn Jones, Karsyn Youngblood, Cole Youngblood, Lexa Youngblood, Brody Youngblood, Brayden Youngblood, Lottie Youngblood, Leigha Youngblood, and Lacy Youngblood who loved him dearly. 

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd and Dorothy Youngblood. 

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Ulmer Funeral Home in Carthage, Missouri. The visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 AM prior to the service at Ulmer Funeral Home. 

Online condolences may be made at www.ulmerfh.com. 

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