Bobbie O’Callaghan, 94
October 14, 1930 – August 4, 2025
Bobbie Nell Wilemon O’Callaghan, affectionately known as Bobbie O’Callaghan to her friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at her home in Blue Springs. Born on October 14, 1930, in Prentiss County, Bobbie’s life was a tapestry of love, creativity, and dedication to her family, which she nurtured and cherished until her last days.
Bobbie’s journey began as the daughter of L.L. Wilemon and Annie Gilley Wilemon, where she learned the values of kindness and compassion that would become her signature traits. Bobbie’s role as a homemaker was one she took great pride in, creating a warm and inviting environment for all who crossed the threshold of her home.
Throughout her life, Bobbie was a beacon of love and stability for her family. She is survived by her three stepsons, Bob O’Callaghan (Teresa), Bill O’Callaghan (Beth), and Pat O’Callaghan (Debbie); her legacy further lives on through her 16 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, who will continue to carry her spirit forward. Bobbie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Benjamin O’Callaghan Jr., her sons, Dean Hines, David Ray Hines, and Ed King, her daughter, Mavis May, stepdaughter, Peggy Crump, grandson, Mac Croft, four brothers, and five sisters. Each of these individuals held a special place in her heart and shaped the woman she became.
Bobbie’s interests and hobbies were as diverse as they were fulfilling. In her younger years, she found joy in restoring furniture, a testament to her ability to see the beauty and potential in the worn and overlooked. Her gardens were a splash of color and life, reflecting her love for nature and growth. Home decorating was another passion through which Bobbie expressed her creativity and sense of style. She was an avid traveler, always ready to explore new places and embrace different cultures. Even in her quieter moments, she found peace in coloring, carefully bringing vibrancy to every page.
Those who knew Bobbie would describe her as kind, loving, and creative—a woman who brought light into every room and nurtured the hearts of those around her. Her creative touch and loving nature will be remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know her.
As we bid farewell to Bobbie O’Callaghan, we celebrate a life well-lived, a matriarch cherished, and a legacy that will endure through the generations. Her story is one of unwavering love, boundless kindness, and the quiet strength that comes from a life rooted in faith and family. Bobbie’s memory will be forever etched in the hearts of those she touched, a testament to the extraordinary life she led and the profound impact she made. Rest in peace, dear Bobbie, until we meet again.
A visitation will be on Thursday, August 7, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at United Funeral Service
Burial will be at the Booneville City Cemetery.
Please follow the funeral home link above for further information, or to send online condolences or memorial gifts.
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