Clista M. Cantrell's Obituary
Clista Cantrell, age 84 of Iola, formerly of Amherst, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Living Oaks in Iola. Clista was born on December 31, 1941; daughter of the late Ernie and Mint Josephine (Hall) Cantrell in Sitka, KY.
Clista is survived by her children Darla (Mark) Beyer, Brian (Cindy) Boutwell, Terry Boutwell and Jenny and John Boutwell. She further survived by many grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Per Clista’s wishes, no services will be held at this time.
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