Carol Ann Houchens

Carol Ann Houchens, age 79, of Versailles, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at her granddaughter’s home in Versailles. She was born November 25, 1946, in Battle Creek, Michigan, daughter of the late George W. and Dorothy Z. (Hopkins) Smith. On January 17, 1964, in Versailles, she was united in marriage to Larry Houchens, who preceded her in death on October11, 2012. Carol was a member of the St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church in Versailles. She had a deep love for travel and camping, always enjoying time spent exploring new places and making memories outdoors. She was an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan, as well as following many other sporting events. She especially loved supporting the local Versailles Tigers teams and took great pride in watching her community compete. Carol had a passion for reading, particularly history books and held a strong interest in Native American history and culture. Above all, she will be remembered for the love she had for her family and the joy she found in being surrounded by them. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her endless pride and happiness and she cherished every moment spent cheering them on and sharing in their lives. The memories she created through her kindness, laughter and unwavering support will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She is survived by her daughters, Sonetta Harris (Todd Rogers) and Sonseeray Henderson (Steve); grandchildren, Thia Navarre (Nicholas), Kristee Waters (Jordan), Derrick Harris (Ashley Shelton), Amber Schlicht (Will), Josie Benefield (Ben) and Nathan Henderson (Amber); great-grandchildren, Madelynne, Austin, Codie, Evan, Lydia, Wayde, Scarlett, Logan, Colin and Peyton and many other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an infant brother, Lance Wesley Smith and grandsons, Ian Michael Henderson and Christopher Harris. A celebration of Carol’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 23rd, at the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home in Versailles with Chuck Campbell and Jimmy Campbell officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., Monday, at the funeral home. A private family entombment will be held in the Versailles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Joseph Indian School, Shriners Hospitals for Children or to Morgan County R-II School to be used toward children’s unpaid lunch accounts. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.

Carol Ann Houchens

November 25, 1946 - March 11, 2026

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