Alfreda Jane (Comer) Carson

Alfreda “Ma” Jane (Comer) Carson was born October 2, 1929, in Newport, Indiana, to Alpha and Mary (Anderson) Comer and passed away September 15, 2024, in Rolla, Missouri, at the age of ninety-four years. Alfreda was united in marriage to Elbert Dean and to this union blessed with four children: Jimmy, Debbie, Janey, and Paul. She later married Paul W. Carson, January 14, 1982, and to this union gained two sons: Mike and Paul. Although she helped work the farm with her husband Paul, her primary role was being a dedicated homemaker. Alfreda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Her family affectionately called her “Ma”. Ma loved caring for her home and could often be found in the kitchen cooking and baking. She was well known for her apple pies and her apple peeling fingers! In her spare time, she enjoyed doing crossword puzzles. When she was able, she liked attending Victor Baptist Church. Above all, her family, faith, and friends were most important to her. Alfreda is survived by her loving daughter: Debbie Howell and husband Mark of Rolla, MO; daughter-in-law: Terry Dean of Springfield, MO; stepsons: Mike Carson and wife Larian of Georgetown, TX and Paul Carson and wife Holly of Austin, TX; grandchildren: Johnny Heyer and wife Jess of Rolla, MO, Shannon Howell of California, Rick Howell of Arizona, and Jeananne Jordan of Rolla, MO; thirteen great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; extended family and dear friends. Preceding her in death her husband: Paul W. Carson; children: Jimmy Dean, Janey Dean, and Paul Dean; parents: Alpha Comer and Mary Skidmore. Ma was truly a gem. Her sweet and kind nature touched the lives of many. She will be deeply missed by those who loved her most. Funeral Services for Alfreda “Ma” Jane (Comer) Carson were held Friday, September 20, 2024, in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel with Pastor Chris Hendrix officiating. Song selections played were “Green Green Grass of Home” and “Unforgettable” as well as a special recording of Alfreda singing. Serving as Pallbearers were Alton Heyer, Tyler Kreamalmyer, Hunter Kreamalmyer, John King, Mike Comer, and Blake Wagoner. Burial was in the Ozark Hills Memorial Gardens, Rolla, Missouri. Arrangements were under the direction of Wilson Mortuary of Salem, Missouri. Online Condolences may be left at www.wilsonmortuary.com

Alfreda Jane (Comer) Carson

October 2, 1929 - September 15, 2024