John Paul Doss
Funeral services for John Paul Doss, 66, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, September 1, 2024, at New Hope Baptist Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Doss passed away at 6:47 a.m., Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Springfield, Missouri.
He was born May 6, 1958, at West Plains, Missouri, to Raymond Lee and Bonnie Smith Doss. On October 17, 1987, he was married to Marjorie Lou Drago, who preceded him in death on October 17, 2009. On March 15, 2015, he was married at New Hope Baptist Church, Peace Valley, Missouri, to Jeannie Brown. Mr. Doss received his Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science and his Master’s Degree in Education. He was very involved in FFA and achieved the American FFA Degree, which led to his lifelong passion of mentoring and learning from others in the agricultural community, and was especially proud of his work mentoring the youth. Mr. Doss loved to farm, and he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his nieces. Mr. Doss was a member of New Hope Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and a Sunday school teacher. He was also a member of the Gideon’s.
He is survived by his wife, Jeannie, West Plains, Missouri; one daughter, Jennie Doss, Springfield, Missouri; one step-daughter, Ashley Goodpaster, Springfield, Missouri; one brother, Dennis Doss and wife, Sharlyn, West Plains, Missouri; one sister, Connie Caudill, Springfield, Missouri; one nephew, William Caudill; and three nieces, Grace Doss, Macie Doss, and Dixie Rae Doss.
His parents and his first wife, Marjorie Doss, preceded him in death.
Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday, in the Rose Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at New Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideon’s or New Hope Cemetery Fund and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Randy Smith
August 28, 2024 @ 7:52 pm
Loved our cousin John Paul so much. We are in Tennessee with some health issues but will always hold him and his loved ones in our prayers and thoughts
Cheyenne Busbey
August 30, 2024 @ 7:15 pm
So sorry for the loss. Mr. Doss was an amazing person and an amazing teacher. He will be missed a lot
Teresa Eldringhoff Romans
August 28, 2024 @ 8:17 pm
John Paul……you are so missed already. You touched so many lives. Gid speed.
Janet Jens
August 29, 2024 @ 8:54 am
It’s hard to even imagine a world without John Paul! He’s touched so many and lives have been impacted by so great an example of a servant’s heart. God has certainly used this man to His glory! Love and prayers for family during this time.
CAROLYN WEST
August 29, 2024 @ 9:16 am
Heaven gained and amazing Angel and words cannot express the sadness we feel from the loss of our dear friend. Mr. Doss you touched so many young men and women over the years and left a lasting memory with them they will never forget. You are missed so much now and it was an honor to have been your friend and worked with you with FFA. Rest in Peace John Paul Doss
Linda Coursey (Thompson)
August 29, 2024 @ 1:01 pm
The world is certainly going to miss John. He could find joy in just about everything and always had time for a good laugh. He n Byron Thompson could always keep the fun going and I’m sure that there is a lot that they never disclosed. John, be on the lookout for us. You were not a blood relative but to me you were n will remain so. With love and sadness,
Amber Redburn
August 29, 2024 @ 1:49 pm
Jeannie, Jennie, Ashley, Dennis/Sharlyn, Connie, Grace, Macie, and Dixie,
Our Deepest Sympathy to each one of you on the passing of John. He was a wonderful individual who always had a smile, wonderful sense of humor, and a very caring attitude towards others. He will definitely be missed. Daily may God provide each of you comfort, strength, encouragement, and peace. We will be keeping each of you in our daily prayers and thoughts. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Norris & Ivene Cozort
Tim, Amber(aka Mrs. Amber), and Corby Redburn
Tim J Neary
August 29, 2024 @ 3:12 pm
John Paul was a great man and will be greatly missed. RIP Mr. Doss, we love you.
Robert Douglas Neary
August 29, 2024 @ 9:07 pm
He touched everyone’s lives with his big heart, he will be missed. RIP John, you’ll be in our hearts forever
Jill pietroburgo
August 31, 2024 @ 2:22 pm
John Paul always felt like family. My uncle David and John Paul grew up together, and I am sure my own father found ways to get involved in their mischief. John Paul graciously invested time into my children when their own grandpa became physically unable. John Paul gave each of them opportunities to hunt with him and learn from the best. Every year at deer camp, John Paul would tell stories that would make us laugh until our faces hurt as well as give us belly aches from eating too much of his homemade lasagna and pies.
John Paul truly loved other people. He set the bar high for loving others above himself. He not only read his Bible, but he tried to live it out in his life. He was never scared or timid about sharing his faith. I know John Paul will be deeply missed by his family and all those who were privileged to know him. He was the life of the party and I know he is probably telling some great stories in heaven right now.
Brandy
September 1, 2024 @ 1:27 pm
I will miss him greatly. His words of wisdom and kindness helped a lot through out some struggles. I greatly appreciate him. I wish the family comfort and peace and many condolences.
Rest well dear friend
God Bless You All
DESTINY D Zook-Monteleon
September 1, 2024 @ 8:45 pm
He and Marjorie were hugely impactful in my relationship with God as a young child the world was a better place for John Doss honestly the entire Doss family.
Vera c Alsup
September 4, 2024 @ 9:34 pm
Prayers and hugs for peace and comfort. John Paul and his family so many memories.