Funeral services for Elma Jean Hambelton, 93, of Gainesville, MO will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, May 4, 2026 in the Clinkingbeard Funeral Home chapel, Gainesville, MO. Officiating will be Joe Friend. Visitation will be Monday afternoon from 1 p.m. to service time. Burial will be in the Patrick Cemetery.

Elma passed away April 27, 2026. She was born February 7, 1933 in Isabella, MO to Willie and Opal (McCullough) Friend.

A complete obituary will be posted as soon as it becomes available. Memorial contributions may be made to Patrick Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Clinkingbeard Funeral Home, Gainesville, MO.