Bernita Faye Carter 91, a resident of Flagstaff, AZ, formally of Richmond, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024.

Bernita was born on August 10, 1933, in Ray County, Missouri, the daughter of Amos and Delka (O'Dell) Wrisinger.  She was married to Gene Franklin "Puny" Carter of Richmond on November 27, 1949; he preceded her in death on October 5, 2009.

Survivors include: Rhonda Felkins of Flagstaff, AZ and Myra (Jim) Hibbs of Evansville, IN; four grandchildren, Kelly (Evan) Anderson, Laryssa (Ronnie) George, Nettie (Phil) Dickey; Charlie (Crysta) Felkins, six great-grandchildren, Tommy, Zachary, Kaeli, Zane, Miles and Alice; 2 step-great-granddaughters, Cheyenne and Allie Dickey, three great-great-grandsons, Brayden, Elite and Reign.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers, Farrell Wrisinger and Larry Wrisinger, and special son in law, Steve Felkins.

Bernita worked at home and for Lake City in the quality department.  She loved gardening, playing cards and growing flowers.  Watching the Kansas City Chiefs play football was her favorite past time.  Most of all, she was devoted to loving her family.

The family suggest memorial contributions be made to the Bernita Carter Memorial Fund.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home 507 East Main Street – P.O. Box 190 Richmond, MO 64085.

Visitation with funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM, with services to follow at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in Richmond Memory Gardens.  Please remember to share your memories of Bernita with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.