Lutie, Missouri facts for kids

This map shows where Lutie is located in Missouri.

Lutie is a small, unincorporated community located in Ozark County, Missouri, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.

Lutie is found right where Route 95 ends, meeting U.S. Route 160. It's about three miles west of another community called Theodosia.

History of Lutie

Lutie had its own post office, which first opened its doors in 1893. This post office served the community for many years before it closed down in 1960. People believe the community was named after a woman named Lutie. She was likely connected to one of the very first settlers who came to live in the area.

Famous Person from Lutie

One notable person born in Lutie was Lloyd Brown. He was born there in 1901. Lloyd Brown became famous for being one of the longest-living veterans of World War I.