Effie Lou Moss
Funeral services for Effie Lou Moss, 98, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 22, 2026, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Moss passed away peacefully at her home on January 19, 2026.
Effie Lou was born on October 3, 1927, in Thomasville, Missouri, to Alva Walter Willard and Grace Willard (Hammond). She grew up with strong values of faith, family, and hard work that shaped the rest of her life. On July 4, 1946, she married the love of her life, James O. Moss, in Salem, Arkansas. Together they built a life marked by commitment, perseverance, and devotion to family. Effie Lou was a longtime business owner, proudly owning and operating Effie Lou’s Beauty Shop for 49 years. Through her work, she not only styled hair but also formed lasting friendships, offering kindness, conversation, and care to countless people in her community. Outside of work, Effie Lou found great joy in sewing, crocheting, and making quilts, many of which became treasured gifts for loved ones. She enjoyed canning, cooking, writing letters, and sending cards, always finding ways to stay connected with family and friends. Above all else, she cherished time spent with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, who lovingly called her “Nan.” Effie Lou dedicated her life to the Lord at the age of 16, a decision that guided her throughout her years. Later in life, she attended Cornerstone Family Worship, where she continued to grow in faith and fellowship.
She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, strong work ethic, creative hands, and deep love for her family. Effie Lou’s life was one of quiet faithfulness, leaving a legacy that will be carried on by generations to come.
She is survived by three children, Beverly Sue Watkins and husband, Jerry of West Plains, Alvin Moss and wife, Millie of Mountain Home, Arkansas, and Aleeta Eberle and husband, Kevin of West Plains; six grandchildren, Nathan Moss and wife, Khara, Kimberly Clinton and husband, Gary Clinton II, Bryan Webers and wife, Rene, Amanda Flowers, Jennifer Mihalevich and husband, Matt, and Sarah Moad and husband, Dustin; thirteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Evelyn Daffron and husband, David; one aunt, Mayme Foster; one sister-in-law, Verna Lee Moss, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Her parents and husband preceded her in death.
Burial will be at Mt. Calm Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideon Bible Society or Mt. Calm Cemetery, and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., West Plains, Missouri.
LeaAnn (Stults) Hatcher
January 20, 2026 @ 7:38 pm
Alvin, I am so sorry to hear this. Your mom was one of the best women I ever had to privilege to meet. Prayers for the family.
Teresa and Randall Romans
January 21, 2026 @ 7:55 am
Sarah and Jennifer, our sincere prayers and condolences in your family’s loss.
Sandra Miller Greenwood
January 21, 2026 @ 9:25 am
Effie Lou was one of my favorite people. She was always so kind and I appreciate the love and caring she showed to my Mom, Shirley. My thoughts are with her family.
collene billinger
January 21, 2026 @ 1:17 pm
I’m so sorry to hear this, love & prayers are for all the family. I first met her at Mt Calm on decoration day, we instantly became friends. I’ve never met such a sweet, kind & caring lady as she was. May God give you all peace & comfort.
Amber Redburn
January 21, 2026 @ 2:38 pm
Evelyn, David, & Daffron Families,
Our Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the passing of Evelyn’s sister, Effie. We will be keeping all of you in our daily prayers and thoughts. May God provide peace, strength, encouragement, and comfort to each of you daily. May God bless each one of you.
In Christian Love,
Tim, Amber, and Corby Redburn
Donna Newberry
January 21, 2026 @ 2:49 pm
Sue Lee sorry for your loss. Prayers for family
Noble and Donna Newberry
Amber(Cozort)Redburn
January 21, 2026 @ 3:31 pm
To the Moss Families,
My parents, Norris & Ivene Cozort, wanted me to extend their Deepest Sympathy to each of you on the passing of Effie. During elections my Mother had the pleasure of working with Effie at the polling locations as an Election Judge and she has wonderful memories in doing so. Also, my Mother knew Effie thru her Beauty Shop business too. May God daily provide comfort, peace, encouragement, and strength to each of you daily. My parents will be keeping all of you in their daily prayers and thoughts. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Norris & Ivene Cozort
Cindy Woodworth Murray
January 21, 2026 @ 4:50 pm
Effie Lou cut and styled my hair into my short pixie cut from the time I was 4 years old until my late teens. Her shop was just up the hill on Davidson Street across 160 Hwy where we lived. My mother and I would walk up to Effie Lou’s shop and she would boost me up in her chair on three catalogues so that I was talking enough for her shampoo bowl. Effie Lou and my mom would visit and drink a cup of coffee during those afternoon appointments. I loved her, she was kind and gentle, patient and a fabulous stylist. She was a very special person and impacted my life from a very early age with such goodness and positivity. My sincere sympathy to her family. Rest in Peace, Effie Lou.
Tina Malone
January 21, 2026 @ 6:00 pm
Allen, so sorry about the loss of your mother. We are praying for you and your whole family. May you find peace
Doris Harris
January 27, 2026 @ 2:52 pm
Bev & Alvin so sorry for your loss. She will be missed. A very sweet lady.
Tom and Mary Reid
January 22, 2026 @ 10:43 am
She was such a sweet beauady loving lady. She will be missed by many.
Praying for the family.