The Richmond News, Oct. 24, 2025

Lowell Hendrix

Lowell Edwin Hendrix, 96, of Millville passed away Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare in Richmond. Lowell was born Feb. 12, 1929, in rural Ray County, the son of Austin Edward and Florence Ruth (Newton) Hendrix.

He was united in marriage to Deana Dana of Knoxville on Dec. 4, 1955. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include his three sons, Kevin Lowell (Bea) Hendrix of Millville, Luther Edwin (Lisa) Hendrix of Liberty and David William Hendrix of Hurst, Texas; and daughter, Karen Dana (Monte) Bailey of Sunrise Beach.

Other survivors include 10 grandchildren: Megan (Cory) Crook, Dr. Matthew (Erin) Hendrix, Morgan Hendrix (Rachel Hughes), Samuel (Casey) Hendrix, Clay Hendrix, Madison Hendrix, Sarah (Jeremy) Courtney, Melissa Hendrix, Daniel (Raven) Hendrix and Denise (Jason) Bogema. He also is survived by 14 great-grandchildren: Ivy Crook, Cas Crook, Alena Hendrix, Abel Hendrix, Maya Hendrix, Zoe Hendrix, Kristin Courtney, Kendall Courtney, Savannah Bauman, Kurtis Hendrix, Kade Hendrix, Tyler Klee, Landon Klee and Delaney Mahon.

A sister, Dorthea Grady of Cameron, survives as well.

He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, John Franklin Hendrix, James Russell Hendrix, George Prosper Hendrix, Daniel Eugene Hendrix and Herbert Austin Hendrix; and sister, Florene Mae Hendrix.

Lowell was raised and educated in the community where he was born. He went on to complete business school in Chillicothe before proudly serving his country during the KoreanWar.

Following his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army, Lowell returned home and married the love of his life. Together, they built a life and raised their family on their farm near Millville.

In addition to his devotion to farming, Lowell retired from Ford Motor Co. after 26 years and was a proud member of the United Auto Workers Local No. 149. While he enjoyed his work, his greatest passion was farming and caring for his cattle.

Lowell also cherished time spent with his family and friends, and was a devoted member of the Millville United Methodist Church, where he faithfully served his community.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Millville United Methodist Church. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home; 507 E. Main-P.O. Box 190; Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with memorial services will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. and services to follow at 11. Military honors will be provided by the Army and Ray County Veterans.

Inurnment will be held at a later date by the family. Please share your memories of Lowell with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.