Phelps county focus obituaries Harris on October 19, 1957, in Holly Springs, Mississippi. He was born on March 3, 1941, in Norfolk, VA to the late Albert Henry Colgrove and Viola Letha (Fanning) Colgrove. C loved the outdoors. Pallbearers were Robbie Moreland, Jamie Rinehart, Josh Vinyard, David Jeremy Stephen Bowles, age 43, of Columbia, Missouri passed away on January 5, 2025. Eddie, the son of the late Frank and Catherine (Bonham) House, was born August 31 Scott Anthony Hedge, of Rolla, MO, passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the age of 52. There they started their family and stayed for 7 The Focus Insider; Obituaries; Sports. Funeral service for Kenneth “Kenny” Ryan Calahan was January 20, 2025, at Null and Son Funeral Home, Rolla. to 7 p. He She was born on November 1, 1947, in Phelps County, MO to the late George Smith Macormic and Emma (Heflin) Macormic. Funeral service for Patricia Ann Bales will be at 1 p. He entered this earthly life on March 19, 1956, born to the late Earline Davis and Casey View local obituaries in Phelps County, Missouri. Pallbearers will be: Josh Arl and sons Ben, Elijah, and Kaleb; Jacob Arl and children Liam and Olivia; Ross Taylor, Chris Daniels, Madix She was born on September 25, 1933, at home in rural Maries County to the late George Edward Davis and Ethel Mae (Dugmanics) Davis. and Bertha (Ward) Hooton. He’s been married to his wife, Alice, for 66 years. On June 25, 1977, he married Edith Alberta (King) Johnson in Doolittle, MO. McNeely Memorial service for Mary Bartle Taylor will be 1 p. Ms. Latham died July 17, 2024, in St. Possessing beauty that was more than skin deep, she was a ray of sunshine that brightened the universe. James was born in Phelps County, Missouri, to the late Wilbert James and Ella Mae (Moreland) Hart on November 24, 1944. December 18, 2024 at the age of 80. Funeral service for Charles Eugene Gunter, Jr. Memorial service for Mitchell Jerry Deese, of Houston, was February 15, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Funeral service for Dana Sue (Brown) Haynes will be at 2 p. The Focus Insider; Obituaries; Sports. Survivors include her son, Larry Conner, Dixon, and his significant other, Connie Delcour, Sullivan; stepson, Marty (Janet) Toon, Fancy Farm, Kentucky; brother, Chester (Fay) Delcour, Steelville; grandchildren, Ashely (Mike Caruth) Conner; and Julie Conner; step-grandchildren, Tanya (Trent) Deweese; Connie (Kenny) Colette B. Memorial service for Trumann James Deese was January 19, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. 2025 at Phelps Health in Rolla, Missouri. June 23 at Null and Son Funeral Home of Rolla. Richard was born on May 22, 1943, in Newburg, MO to the late Robert William Woolsey and Margie E. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by two of his brothers, Ellis Hart, John W. Burial will be in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Richland. James Veterans Home as a Senior Companion. Clyde was 85 years old and had just celebrated his 65th wedding anniversary with his wife, Pat. Henson of Rolla, MO; a daughter, Shelley Culp and husband, Eric of Rolla, MO; a stepson, Ryan Snider and wife, Emily of Armstrong, Funeral mass for Patricia G. , on Saturday, May 8, 1954, in Kellogg, ID. James, with special speakers Joey Bartle and Rev. A memorial service celebrating the life of Donald Don Dishman was held November 18, 2020 at the Null and Son Funeral Home in Rolla. at the Null and Son Funeral Home in Rolla. All family and friends are welcome. Arrangements were under the direction of Jones Funeral Funeral mass for Marie Margaret Kern will be at 11 a. She went on to work at Phelps County Hospital in the maternity ward. He graduated from Rolla High School with the class of 1943; he then served as a Navy Combat Aircrewman (radio, radar, turret gunner) during World War II in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters. He died January 31, 2025, in Rolla at the age of 81 years. Camron was born on September 3, 2004, in Columbia, MO, to Robert Gerald Walden and Lindsay Mary (Nichols) Walden. Steve Betts officiating. Dawna also served several years as an election judge in Phelps County. to 2 p. William D. Carl was born on January 28, 1933, in Americus, Missouri to Carl Henry and Clara (VanBooven) Pasley. Jerri Lou (Cook) Bush Patrick “Coach” O'Mealy, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 6, 2024, at his home in Rolla. on May 25, 1939 to John Wesley Smallwood and Emma Helton (Smallwood). She was born July 18, 1944, in Rolla MO to Joyce Powell and Gus Schaller and attended school in Rolla, MO. James, will be from 7 to 8 p. Elizabeth (Boulware) Williams. He went to live near Jesus on December 18, 2024. Aloysius Catholic Church, Argyle. He worked for Lufkin Industries, in Lufkin, Texas, and was a store manager for Lowe's Homecenters Inc. Dustin Wiles of Rolla, Claire Pennington and husband Blake Pennington of Jackson, Tennessee; his son Max Robinson of Flagstaff, A celebration of life service for Carlene R. Doris will be greatly missed by her surviving family which includes: three sons, Thomas Dowler and wife, Vivian of St. Camron Lee Alexander Walden, of St. in Texas, Louisiana, and Oregon. Mick Thrasher and Bro. Eldon Lee Gourley, of Rolla, was born to George Carlyle and Veva May Burch Gourley on September 9, 1939, in Solo, Texas County, and passed from this life on November 2, 2023, at 84 years of age. Barry Owen White, of Rolla, MO, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the age of 64. Interment will be in the Dixon Cemetery. In his early 50’s, he obtained his bachelor’s degree in psychology and social services, with a focus on addiction, to aid him in the work he had been pursuing within his community and church. He was born January 17, 1961 in Kansas City, MO, son of the late Clarence "Mike" Tarr and Gay Tarr (Maggi). Burial will follow in St. March 8, 2025, at Pilot Knob Church. He was born on July 27, 1960, in Rolla, MO to James Owen White and Mary Etta (Drew) White. Martha was born on September 15, 1947, to the late Vernon K and Lavilla Timacus (Gallion) Shaffer. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Jake Saunders Memorial Fund. Louis, Missouri, on May 31, 1951, to the late David Roland Hawkins and his wife, Anna Belle (Nickelson) Hawkins. James Howard Hart passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born July 1, 1937, in Oakland, MO, to Olan and Clella Light. James, MO, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the age of 83. Patsy “Pat” Jean Sibley of Camdenton, MO passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 28, 2024, with her husband Richard, daughter Michelle, granddaughter Marissa, grandson Tanner and friend Brent Fremont by her side, at the age of 81. Memorial service for Carolyn A. Caroline (Carol) Lucille Willy Adam, age 79, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024, at Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family. Leslie “Les” was born on January 12, 1933, in Rochester, New York, son of Charles and Rose Koval. Jerry Beers officiating. She died March 1, 2025, in Rolla at the age of 104 years It is with great sadness that the family of Phil Ford announce his passing. Louis to Payton Deese and Jessika Matthews. on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at the Null and Son Funeral Home in Rolla. April 4, 2025, at Flag Springs Church, St. Marian was an incredibly generous, kind and gracious woman with a genuine appreciation and compassion for others. She was born in Rolla, MO on January 19, 1953, to Perry Edward Dablemont and Betty Lou (Whitson) Dablemont. Forest "Glee" Ross, 93 of Kingdom City, MO died on Friday, March 7 at home with her family at Churchill Terrace in Fulton, MO. Douglas Dwight Gresham of Rolla passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025, at the age of 67. to 11 a. Gray was born January 4, 1947, to Uav and Evis Gray. Perry Lee Price, age 81 years, of Rolla, MO, passed away on Saturday, May 11, at Springfield Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, Vienna. Dean, 58 years old, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024. She loved participating in the The Focus Insider; Obituaries; Sports. James, Missouri passed away peacefully on Wednesday night, November 27, 2024, at St. Her last partner, ALS, had no rhythm, no rhyme, and no sense of style. James, was November 12, 2024, at the James & Gahr Mortuary, St. Vernon, Ill. Alyssa Renee Henson, of Rolla Missouri, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at the age of 21. She was born August 25, 1950, in St. In addition to his Phyllis L. She was born January 11, 1943, in Springfield, MO, to Hiram E. Arrangements are under the direction of Jones Funeral Home, St. PAID A private family service for Obil “Obie or O. Funeral service for Arthur Eugene Hemme will be conducted at 2 p. D. Katherine Sue Cook of Rolla, MO, passed away September 10, 2024, at Rolla Presbyterian Manor at the age of 81. January 29, 2025, in Visitation Catholic Church, Vienna. Funeral service for Timothy Lee Sherrer will be at 3 p. He was born a twin on February 27, 2004, in Groves, Texas Jenny is survived by her husband of 39 years, Donnie Maples; children Nicholas (Danielle) Maples, Samantha (Jerome Pasquale) Maples and Benjamin (Megan) Maples; grandchildren Addelyn, Archer and Josie Maples; father Justin (Mary Ann) Mutrux; siblings Jeremy Mutrux, Rachel (Craig Jones) Mutrux, Reuben (Beth) Mutrux, Rebecca Gonzales and . , will be held at a later date. Maxwell was born on November 17, 1927, in Phelps County, to the late Harvey Seidel and Pearl (Harris) Seidel. Marian Webster Dawson, formerly of Rolla, passed away February 25, 2025, at the age of 91. Robert, MO, Ron Dowler and wife, Alice of Rolla, MO, and Kevin Dowler of Rolla, MO; two sisters, Elaine Pyles of LaGrange, MO, and Marilyn Pritt of West Salem, OH; eight grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren; and six great great grandchildren. (Widener) Harris. The former Dorothy Stebnitz was born in Barneveld, Wisconsin on February 25, 1926 to Ms. March 6, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. (“Don”) Sally, born June 22, 1930, in Rolla, peacefully passed away August 12, 2023, in his Lake Forest, IL, home with his son, William D. Helton was born March 16, 1940, to Vernon and Dorothy (Green) Helton. Wood was December 5, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Toon died January 24, 2024, at the age of 94 years. Graveside service for Donald E. Harris died August 6, 2024, at the age of 82 years. Wanda was preceded in death by both of her parents, granddaughter Stacey Tatsch, and her brother-in-law Dick Rechtien. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield, Mo. Williams, of Rolla, MO, passed away Friday, September 6, 2024, at the age of 81. George A. She was born on April 28, 1945, in Potosi, MO, to the late Bob Dicus and Marita (Harvey) Dicus. com. James, with Pastor Alecia Fischer officiating. In addition to her parents, Olivia was also preceded in death by her sister, Teresa Demis; and a stepbrother, Brent Bramel. Leslie R. She A memorial service for William “Tom” Thomas, Jr. Stacey died November 8, 2024, at the age of 62 years. James, Missouri passed away Friday, May 06, 2022, at the age of 18. James, Missouri, at the age of 81. to 12 p. May will be conducted at First Presbyterian Church of Rolla at 1 p. Pamela “Pam” Sue Cottingham, of Rolla, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the age of 73. Helton died April 24, 2024, in Vienna at the age of 84 years. Shimon, Jr. Along with the Rolla Daily News, Salem Publishing Company purchased the Rolla Extra and On October 26, 1968, she married Don E. April 29. Paula Marie Volkmer, of Rolla, MO, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the age of 61. Terry will be held from 11 a. Arrangements are Rose is survived by her husband David Skyles of nearly 32 years, her son Greg Green and wife Sharida, son Evan Green, Alyssa and Josh Albers and Dawson Havens; Son Brad Green, grandson Hayden Green and wife Ali and great granddaughter, Charlie, grandson Tanner Green and wife Chloe, grandsons Walker and Gibson Green; Daughter Christine He was active in the community, serving as a baseball coach, a leader in the First Presbyterian Church, the Optimist Club, the Korean War Veterans Association, Phelps County Republican Committee and the Assistance League for the St. Higher wind gusts possible. Birge A young man named Birge, a resident of Phelps Co. . Kay was born on August 21, 1945 in Warren, Arkansas to the late David Harold Ross and Martha Maudine (McLeod) Ross. Phil was born on December 25, 1950 in Jobe, Missouri and entered into rest on January 25, 2025 in Springfield, MO after a brief illness. He was born on October 13, 1933, in Edgar Springs, MO to the late George A. David will be greatly missed by his surviving family which includes: his wife, Judith “Judy” Henson of Fayette, MO; one son, Michael E. Rolla, MO (65401) Today. Carol, born on January 14, 1945, in Rolla, Missouri, was the daughter of Herman and Edna Willy. Linda Sue Gaddy, age 69, of Rolla, MO, died at Phelps Health on Sunday, Feb. A lunch will follow at Cowboy Church, St. Laramore, of Rolla, MO, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at the age of 79. She was born on July 16, 1942, in Jefferson City, MO to the late John Cletus and Rosella Marie (Hitz) Williams. Funeral mass for Phyllis Wieberg will be at 11 a. January 4, 2025, in the Vienna Assembly of God, Vienna. John Stites, beloved husband, father, grandfather and respected business owner, passed away on August 16, 2024, at the age of 77. James Veterans Home Park. James, was October 29, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. January 3, 2025, and from 9 a. Norman Henry Schweiss, of Rolla, MO, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 93. Private interment will be on the family farm. Parker was born August 23, 1920, to Everett and Letitia (Wools) Prewett. Wilson in Maries County, MO, and they had three children. Visitation will be from 5 p. James Golf Course. April 4, 2024, at the Jones Funeral Home, St. He Liz was very focused on her family and especially her grandsons. Funeral service for Dorothy Kay Kronable will be at 11 a. In retirement, Sue enjoyed spending time with family and attending the various sporting events, theater performances, Dale R. Guest Opinions; Publisher's Column; Multimedia. November 2, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Gary Bartle. At UMR he was the assistant football coach. Winds SSW at 15 to 25 mph. Rolla, MO Obituaries. Bertha Ann ‘Bert’ Bahr passed away January 28, 2025, at Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla, Missouri. Funeral service for Roger Dale Pruett will be at 11 a. phelpscountyfocus. Koch and Elsie E. Richard Lee Woolsey, of Rolla, MO, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the age of 81. Funeral services for Max Edwin “Eddie” House, of St. Conway and Eunice (McClure) Conway. She married Edward Jesse Beckemeyer, Jr. Throughout his life, Kevin was proud to work as an RN, CRNA and FNP. Preceding him in death are his grandmother, Janet Gruver; grandmother, Patricia Parsons; grandfather, Robert Gaul; and great-grandparents, Katherine and Buck Shackelford, Robert and Marlene Gaul, David and Clara Gruver, and Lloyd McCrite. Mass of Christian Burial for Theresa Josephine Hilke will be at 11 a. Print; Copy article link; Save; e-Edition Phelps County Focus. Mike Estey of Rolla, Missouri died peacefully on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 at the age of 70 with his family by his side after a yearlong battle with cancer. Dorothy Eileen Reynolds, of Rolla, Missouri passed away Thursday, February 18, 2022 at Rolla, Missouri at the age of 95. Sands of Newburg, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. Colgrove, of St. C. Pfeiffer died January 21, 2025, at the age of 76 years. Whitney Fallon (Cornick)Knapp, O’Fallon, MO passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at the age of 35, due to complications from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Arrangements were under the direction of Jones Funeral Home, St. He was born on May 18, 1981 in Rolla, Missouri; the first child of Stephen and John Edward Tarr, 64, of Cuba, Missouri, passed away January 30, 2025 in Chesterfield, MO. David enjoyed creating and building things in his shop. On June 3, 1966, she married Charles Eugene Rauls in Warren, Arkansas. Whether as secretary with Celebration of Life service for Clarence Albert “Pete” Happel will be held at 2 p. James, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Phelps Health in Rolla, Missouri. She was born to Frank and Elizabeth Ursery in Bragg City, Missouri, on January 22, 1929. Following that, she spent many years working as a loan officer at Phelps County Bank before retiring in 2005. James, was December 11, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. James. James, on December 7, 2024. She was Services will be held Saturday November 9, 2024, from 11-2 at the Loyal Order of Moose 14595, County Road 7100 Rolla, MO 65401 Arrangements are under the direction of Rolla Cremation and Memorial 573-341-0220 www. J. James, MO, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2024, at the age of 71. James, Missouri, passed away Monday, September 30, 2024, at the age of 71. Interment was in the St. James Cemetery. Wendel of Rolla, Missouri, passed away September 29th, 2024, at St. Beverly was born on September 11, 1955, in Vichy, MO, to the late Thersa Huffman McCall and Alva Huffman. A memorial service for Carol Ann Beaman will be conducted at 1 p. She was ninety-six years old. Pallbearers were Roger Nappier, Andrew Nappier, Max Nappier, Joey Auxier, Sammy Auxier, and Jimmy House. James at the age of 32 years. Bertha Ann was born in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. James Woodrow King of Rolla passed away Saturday March 16, 2024, at the age of 79, peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family. “P. Bob lost his youngest son, Pat, in 1986 and Carlene passed away in April 2023. William “Bill” Pinney was born to William and Avis Pinney, June 1, 1925, in Forest City, Missouri. 16, 2025. Charles Dwight Light, 86, of Brentwood, TN, died Monday, February 19, 2024, peacefully at home after a lengthy battle with cancer. September 21, 2024, in the Stoutland High School gym, Stoutland. Interment will be at Meramec Hills Cemetery. She was born December 29, 1935 in Phelps County Mo to Julius and Zelma Eickhorst where she was raised and attended school. He is preceded by his wife of 62 years, Katherine Lynn Grannemann, survived by a brother, Delbert Grannemann, three children Farrel Douglas, Eric Grannemann, and Sarah Grannemann, as well as three grandchildren, Madeleine Douglas, Jill Douglas, and Maksym Graveside service for John B. Jim was born on July 17, 1944, in Rolla, Missouri to Durwood Woodrow and Effie Evelyn King (Harrison). Naomi was born August 26, 1925, in Floresville, TX, a daughter to the late Hardy and Sallie (Smith) Mills. On November 27, 2021 Leisa Carroll Bowling Stevens, 63, reluctantly left the dance floor. Visitation will be from 10 a. Whitener died February 8, 2024, at the age of 82 years. All arrangements are under the direction of the Null and Son Funeral Home of Rolla. He was 80 years of age. Smallwood, 85 of Rolla, passed away February 27, 2025 at Phelps Health after months of fighting lymphoma. February 25, 2025, at Casey Davis Jr. James, with Stephen Brubaker officiating. Gene was born April 21, 1939, to the late Grace Euleen (Southard) Kean and Willis Avery (Jack) Kean in their home in rural St. Survivors include her sister, Louise Joyce Bunten, Rolla, and many cousins, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Glenn and Marjorie Hoover Forbes, his brothers, Mike and Duane Forbes, and his son, Joey Forbes. was welcomed home by his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on the evening of Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery in rural Phelps County. Young died February 11, 2025, at the age of 75 years. She was born December 8, 1952, to John Arthur and Ruth (Seidel) Lewis. Funeral service for Diana Jean Jenkins, of St. Leonard Wood where he filled the following positions: Training Developer for the Engineer School; the Plans and Mobilization Officer for the 1st Engineer Brigade; and the Installation Force Modernization Officer; and finally retiring in 1999 as the Branch Chief of Officer and Warrant A Celebration of Life for Evelyn Melody “Dee” Wood, of St. A funeral mass for Paul J. He was born on April 17, 1972, in St. Phelps County / Today's Rolla, MO Obituaries. She and her family enjoyed residing in Rolla for over 50 years. Betty L. Jack Lowell Harris, of Rolla, MO, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025, at the age of 91. at Jones Funeral Home, St. Maxwell in Rolla on July 6, 1946. Springfield St. Pallbearers will be Mike Funeral service for Cindy Lou Harris was January 26, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. He was born on November 21, 1931, in Ste. He was born on September 9, 1934, in Turrell, AR to the late Albert Sidney and Rosenell (Thresher) Johnson. High 66F. March 6, 2024, at the Jones Funeral Home, St. Katie “Kay” Lou Rauls, of Rolla, MO, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025 at the age of 79. Interment will be in the Funeral service for Donna M. James, with Bro. He also loved his Harley motorcycles. Rolla, MO 65401. He was born in Phelps County, MO on May 11, 1926 to Frank Donald and Pauline (Munzert) Parkinson. She married David L. to the late Donald and Ruth Null. died a few days since from eating wild parsnips. Harry Neal Grannemann of Rolla at the age of 84, passed away on December 9, 2022. Genevieve, MO to the late Joseph Schweiss and Earlyn (Geiler) Schweiss. Sanders passed away quietly on Sunday, August 25, in her home in St. Nick Lewis officiating. He was a longtime resident of Rolla, Missouri. James, will be at 10 a. While there, he helped countless patients and loved his work in anesthesia and pain management. com Celebration of Life for James Thomas “JT” Ransom, of Steelville, was December 7, 2024, at Hutson Funeral Home, Steelville, with Rev. Mark Thrasher officiating. Eddie, the son of the late Frank and Celebration of Life service for Phyllis Phillips will be at 10:30 a. Visitation from 11am-1pm, service to follow at 1pm. James, went to his home in heaven on December 27, 2023, at age 84 after a short illness. An account has been established at the Phelps County Bank. (Bud) Dean and Linda J. Hayes was born January 28, 1940, in St. Carl (Sonny) William Pasley, 92 passed away on Feb 27, 2025, to spend eternal life with his Heavenly Father and Norma, the love of his life. He is survived by his wife of 43 1/2 years Sheryl Rowland Robinson of Rolla; his two daughters Steph’Annie Wiles and husband Dr. James, was January 9, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Graveside service for Aloysius Meramec Frisbee was April 9, 2024, at Morrison Cemetery, with Father Greg Meystrik officiating. Tyler Clay Die of St. , will be conducted at 1 p. Pallbearers were Cameron Copeland, Jordan Damewood, Craig Morris, Travis Salem Publishing Company acquired the Rolla Daily News and two other local publications from Phillips Media Group, Oct. Dorothy Jean Moss of Chapel Hill, NC met her Savior on February 28, 2025. Interment was at the Asher Cemetery, St. Funeral service for Amber Rose (Bell) Graves, of Lexington and formerly of St. Nina was 88 years old. Sally will be greatly missed by her surviving family which includes: her husband, Dean Mentink of Rolla; one son, David Mentink and wife, Brook of High Ridge; a brother, Alvin Woods and wife, Linda of Raymond, MS; two sisters, Charlene Bruce and Cindy Crowley, both of Clinton, MS; three grandchildren, Daniel Mentink, Henry Mentink and Felicity Mentink; several She was a 64-year member of PEO, a philanthropic organization focusing on providing educational opportunities for female students. July 20, 2024, in the St. He was a devout Catholic and the only son of six siblings After retirement from the Phelps County Courthouse in 2009, Wanda was happy to be busy with estate sales, dancing, crafting and gardening. John was born in Kansas City, Missouri on June 16, 1938 to the She was born in Kellogg, ID on Tuesday, July 11, 1933; daughter of Arthur and Elsie (Tallon) Cooper. She was born on August 21, 1943, in Madison, WI, to the late John A. She grew up in Missouri, singing gospel hymns with her sisters After retiring, he continued to live in Rolla and went back to work at Ft. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5 to 7 p. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Rolla. Dr. Serving the towns of Beulah, Edgar Springs, Newburg, Rosati, Doolittle, Flat, Northwye, Seaton, Duke, Max Edwin “Eddie” House of St. Dale was born in Wilderness, MO. Plenty of sunshine. Harper was born July 10, 1944. December 17, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Carol dedicated many years of service as the City Alderman of Edgar Springs. Annette graduated from Rolla High School in the Class of 1963. Webb was born October 3, 1925, in Nettleton, Mississippi, to Obil J. February 6, 2025, in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Freeburg. (Hutter) Koch. James, was March 8, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Today's Rolla, MO Obituaries Rolla obits and death notices from funeral homes, newspapers and families. January 28, 2025, at the Ozark Hills Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Rolla. Funeral service for Kathleen Dahl, of St. Peggy Jo Chirban-Mitchell was born to Clyde and Pat Vessell on March 20, 1959, right here in her hometown of Rolla. She married Floyd Seidel in 1955 and moved to Mt. Tonight Ross Andrew Bush, 51, of Vichy, Missouri, passed away on Feb. Harris and Sarah A. Send flowers, find service dates or offer condolences for the lives we have lost in Phelps County, Missouri. William “Tom” Herman Thomas, Jr. While she dedicated herself to her family and home, particularly enjoying her garden, she always found time to volunteer at the Immanuel Lutheran Church and Phelps Health hospital in Rolla, MO, giving generously of her time and talents. Charles and Annette met in 1970 and were united in marriage on April 16, 1971. was active throughout his life with Taekwondo, basketball, baseball, softball and football, both in participating and coaching. Charleen continued working in the nursing field until her first child was born, in 1963; three more children followed. Chuck provided more than 20 years of volunteer and social work, most recently volunteering at the St. Interment will be in the Holy Family Cemetery. He served on the Board of Directors for the Phelps County Extension and for several years volunteered as an assistant 8th Richard worked in several law enforcement jobs after his military service but most enjoyed his 18 years at the Phelps County Sheriff’s Department in Rolla where he was a sergeant. ” Mertens was September 21, 2020 at St. Shimon was born April 28, 1957, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Donald Sr. Maxwell died May 13, 2024, at the age of 96 years. Rick will be greatly missed by his two surviving brothers, David and Daniel; and many cousins, nieces and nephews in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Sally, Jr. Online condolences may be offered at nullandsonfuneralhome. Craig Rippy officiating. on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Null and Son Funeral Home in Rolla. Shirley Whitmire entered eternal rest on August 9, 2023, in Salem, at the age of eighty-seven years. James, with Chuck Ray officiating. Patricia Ann Vessell passed from this life into eternity on Sunday morning, February 25, 2024, to be with her Lord and savior, whom she has loved since she was a child. Crawford was born October 19, 1996, in Rolla to Chris and Cindy (Brand) Crawford. , and Charles Albert Johnson, of Rolla, MO, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the age of 90. Willard McNeely, Lecoma Star Route, died today, March 8, 1979, at Phelps County Memorial Hospital. browse over 30 Phelps County and Rolla, Missouri obituary indexes, including newspaper obituaries, death indexes, funeral home obituaries. James, MO 65559; or Landmark Baptist Church, 10175 Old St. nullandsonfuneralhome. Martha Carol Pogue, age 77, of Rolla, MO, passed away on Sunday September 15, 2024. After her schooling she worked at a local restaurant before becoming a telephone operator. He was 99 Caroline Marie Dunham (Walsh) was born April 21, 1938, in St. DeLuca will be at 1 p. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Birkner, Jacob Jones, Joe Mangrum, Joshua Jones, Kris Chambers, and Mason Birkner. Don Carson officiating. Doug was born in Edgar Springs, Missouri on June 29, 1957, to the late Milford Gresham and Fern (Henson) Gresham. John Michael Winn of Rolla, Missouri passed away Friday, November 19, 2021 at the age of 83. Arrangements are under the direction of the Null and Funeral service for Micheal Barnes will be at 2 p. Stephen Brubaker officiating. June 8, 2024, in the James and Gahr Chapel, Rolla. March 25, 2023 at the Salem Avenue Baptist Church, Rolla. James, will be 5 p. Celebration of Life service for Catherine Mary Young will be at 2 p. Harper will be at 11 a. Andrew Careaga Special to Phelps County Focus; Mar 26, 2025; The spirit of voluntarism is alive and well in Phelps County and its neighboring Rolla, MO (65401) Today. James, with Reverend Dr. Interment will be in the Ozark Memorial Gardens, Rolla. Local Sports; National Sports; Opinion. A second service will be conducted at 11 a. James, with Pastor A Celebration of Life service for Emma Lou Latham will be held at a later date. Whitney’s husband, mother, and sister Janet Elizabeth Daniels, age 74, passed away peacefully, at her home, on January 3, 2025, in Rolla, Mo. Born July 9, 1958, in Rolla, MO, to Carl and Anna Craine. Later, she became a dental therapist at Fort Leonard Wood and retired in 1997 after 25 years of service. January 28, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Joel Irwin Kramme was born on January 31, 1941, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Berdette (Dick) and David Kramme. Online condolences may be offered at www. October 19, 2024, at James & Gahr Mortuary Chapel, St. James, MO, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024, at. Webb Sr and Polly Coursey Webb. Funeral service will be at 11 a. Alyssa was born to John Wayne Henson and his wife Melissa Renee (Weaver) Henson on June 27, 2003. Mr. , St. James, will be at 11 a. Hart and one sister Pamela Sue Hart. Steve was born on July 11, 1960, in Rolla to Walter and Sara Werner. Hooton was born August 27, 1940, in Riverton, Iowa, to Charles A. Carolyn King (71) passed away Monday, March 4, 2024, surrounded by family. Rick Mosher officiating. He died February 9, 2025, at the age of 78 years. com 101 West 7th Street Rolla, MO 65401 Phone: 573-426-3700 Email: contact@phelpscountyfocus. Barbara was a secretary at Phelps Health Hospital for many years. Mario Paez Ornelas, born on the 17th of October 1938 in Tampico, Mexico, and a long-time resident of Rolla, Missouri, departed this life on the 25th of January 2024, at the age of 84. Brian was born on March 14, 1966, to Charles L. He was born on January 9, 1939, in Rolla, MO to the late Thomas Guy Williams and Alpha Melissa (Hance) Williams. Diane Powell McKay passed away December 21, 2024. William “Bill” Joseph James, of Rolla, MO, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025 at the age of 102. November 23, 2024, at the St. Ross was born on May 20, 1972, to Richard Delos Bush and Hon. Betty was born in Rolla, Missouri, and attended school there. Steve Forbes was born October 4, 1947, in Decatur, Illinois, and died at the age of 77 on October 8, 2024, in Rolla, Missouri. Doris Mary Arl of St. Shirley Ann (Roberts) Whitmire was born on February 17, 1936, in Joy, to Earl Newton and Faye (Davis) Roberts. on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Let It Flow Evangelism Church located at 13660 County Road 8010, Rolla, MO, 65401. passed away Friday, June 2, 2023, in Destin, Florida, at the age of 76. James Cemetery, with Bro. Baby Deese was born December 28, 2023, in St. January 10, 2025, in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Freeburg. After a successful athletic career at Houston High School, Eldon attended Southwest Missouri State (now Missouri State University) on a football A funeral service for Charles A. Graveside service for Vernon Roy Miller, of St. Louis, MO to the late George Alvin Ray Hedge and Jeannie Dianne (Shaw) Hedge Carico. rollacremation. Dinner to follow. A memorial service for Larry Duane Gray will be scheduled at a later date. Jerre William Robertson was born December 7, 1943, in Anniston, Alabama, to Lewis and Estelle Robertson. Huffstutler will be at 12 p. Webb, Jr. Funeral service for Donna L. Pallbearers will be Wesley DeLuca, Nathan DeLuca, Cody DeLuca, Marko Turner, Dalton Turner and Devan Turner. Winds NNW at 5 to 10 mph. Glee was born on June 28, 1931 in Hancock, MO to the late William Coe Harris and the late Cora (Payne) Harris. Pam was born in St. She was born on September 18, 1946, in Roswell, NM to the late Catrino and Nellie (VanKirk) Hernandez. James, will be at 2 p. February 28, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Brian C. com A graveside service for Virginia Ellen Trew (nee True) will be conducted at 1 p. Koval, age 91 years, of Rolla, MO, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024, at the Rolla Presbyterian Manor surrounded by family. Funeral service for Robert Cecil “Bob” Mounce, of St. Interment was in the Newburg Cemetery. Don Merle Sparlin became a lot less orderly on December 20, 2024, and joined his wife of 65 years, Linda Plake Sparlin, who passed just two months prior. Ruth “Naomi” Barnes passed away, peacefully, on September 8, 2024, at Silverstone Skilled Nursing Facility in Rolla, Missouri, surrounded by her family. Mr Karen L. Bradley Dimock officiating. Phelps County obituaries, unlike death records, contain detailed information about the person's life - not just the name and date of death. High 71F. Barbara Harris passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at the age of 93. Jean was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband of 47 years J. Funeral service for Judith Wilson, of St. She died September 3, 2024, at the age of 64 years. Auctions; Andrew Careaga Special to Phelps County Focus; Mar 26, 2025; The spirit of voluntarism is alive and well in Phelps County and its neighboring He also taught in England and France, focusing on Gothic cathedrals, and lectured on the origins of civilization in Russia, South Africa, Europe, and Australia. David Ronald Williams, of Rolla, MO, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the age of 85. Survivors include: husband Glennon, daughter Lisa Lorts and husband Larry; son Kevin Whitener and wife Michelle; and daughter Patricia Dawn Thompson and husband Ryan; one brother Bob Hinkle and wife Jane; one sister Janice Bollinger and husband Ronald; one sister-in-law Judy Yount; fourteen In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Phelps County Recreation for the Handicapped. Photo Gallery; Video Gallery; Faith; School News; Classifieds. James, with Marcie Lane officiating. He was born on September 17, 1922 in Providence, Rhode Island to the late Rose (Petit) Levasseur. Barbara was born on December 23, 1929, to the late Harold L. Hilke was born December 8, 1936, to Oscar and Antonie (Dulle) Distler. Funeral mass for Jared Blake Copeland was December 30, 2024, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, with Father Pat Dolan officiating. and Nellie Shimon. He was 85 years old. All services are under the direction of the Null and Son Funeral Home of Rolla. He was born November 30, 1959 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, the son of Henry and Norma Johnnie L. [Source: Springfield Weekly Patriot (Springfield, MO) All Obituaries - Jones Funeral Home offers a variety of funeral services, from traditional funerals to competitively priced cremations, serving Saint James, MO and the surrounding communities. Funeral service for Judy K. In 2005, Wayne was honored with the title of Kentucky Colonel, recognizing his role as a goodwill ambassador for Kentucky's culture and values. The family of Clyde Joseph Vessell said their earthly goodbyes to the patriarch of their family in the early hours on Monday, August 23. March 15, 2025, at St. the age of 20. Mary’s Hospital in St. (Birdsong) Woolsey. James, was March 10, 2025, at First Assembly of God, St. Linda Elizabeth Mertens, of Rolla, MO, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024, at the age of 82. Parker will be at 12 p. On January 14, 1984, she married James Carney in Rolla, MO. In addition to her parents, Kathy was also preceded in death by a daughter, Donna Marie Wilson in 1970; a son, Timmy Don Wilson in 2016; two brothers, David Evans and Ronnie Evans; a brother-in-law, Jim Glenn; her in-laws, Elmer and Mae Wilson; and Memorial service for Patsy Ruth (Plank) Pilger, of St. She married Lucas J. Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, James Dale Phillips; Brother, Ronald (Norma) Phelps, two daughters, Claudette (Troy) Michels, Christina (Robert) Deardeuff; grandchildren; Jason (shelly) Phillips, Brittany (Faron) Phillips, Valerie (Robbie) Test, Megan (Jeffery) Vincent, Cole (Mackenzie) Deardeuff, Taylor (Dalton) Pepe, Mason Michels and Lieutenant Barbara Frances Keller, of Rolla, MO, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the age of 81. Shaub was August 30, 2024, at the Lower Davis Cemetery. Steinman, of Argyle, was February 17, 2025, at St. An online repository of Phelps County obituaries for genealogical research. Connie Sue Skyles, of St. W. He went home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 31, 2024. Tammy Louise Edgerton, age 66, passed away July 17, 2024, in Licking, MO. Funeral service for Carolyn Hayes will be at 10 a. Stephen Powell Werner died on March 26, 2024, at the age of 63. She was a 1951 graduate of Kellogg High School. She and her sisters organized family reunions at locations across the country which brought the extended family together regularly – a tradition started by her parents, Cedric and Evelyn Cummins, with annual summer trips to the Black Hills in South Dakota. m. , was October 9, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. Mrs. Arrangements were under the direction of Null and Son Funeral Home, Rolla. In fact, Phelps County, MO newspaper articles Obituaries and Death Notices. Louis, Missouri, at the age of 60. Maureen Hall officiating. Louis, to George and Blossom (Luhrsen) Nelson. and Viola Florene (Cobb) Cook. May, of Rolla, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023, at the age of 87, after a long battle with cancer. Beverly Jane (Huffman) Pogue (69) of Rolla, MO, passed away peacefully at home on September 17, 2024. On December 16, 1967, she married Garry Gene Costoplos. Marilyn grew up on a farm in Maries County, MO, and was a Rolla High School graduate of Class of 1950. Doris was born to the late James and Anna Arl on August 15, 1953. Mary was also preceded in death by her parents, a son, Garry William Costoplos, on September 21, 1992; her sisters, a brother and a special nephew, Dean Tipton. December 20, 2023, at the Jones Funeral Home, St. February 21, 2025, at James & Gahr Mortuary, Rolla. She would The Neil family joined Salem Avenue Baptist Church in 1977 where Bill served as a deacon, trustee, on the Daycare board, and in any capacity where he saw need. Dennis Dale Robinson passed away July 16, 2024, peacefully in his home in Rolla, Missouri. He was 60 years old. “Bud” Williams and M. In addition to her Wilda Jean Spencer age 89 of Rolla Mo passed away Friday, February 7, 2025 at Boone County hospital in Columbia Mo. , will be at 1 p. Nina Joyce Petty of St. Birge Kurt's career focused on business. May 18, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home, St. He was born on February 14, 1944, to John and Agnes (O’Banion) Fleischman at the family farm in his parent’s home and passed away in D. Mostly sunny. Dale passed on his 67th anniversary of marriage to his wife, Ethel Smallwood (Walls Mrs. He is missed, and will always be missed, by his family and friends. Her early years were filled with country life, horseback riding, and athletics, like softball, track, gymnastics, dance and the Finn Swim team. Dean in Rolla, Funeral service for William James Byrd was March 1, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, with Bro. (Charlie) Breuer will be held on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at 11 a. She was born on July 30, 1963, in Jefferson City, MO to P. Obituaries and Death Notices. Phyllis was born to the late Lewis Arthur Turner and Cecelia Roberta “Sis” Wilson Turner on May 7, 1938, in Rolla, Missouri. Moss, her son Gerry Jay Moss, her grandson Steven James Carl Floyd Fleischman, of Rolla, MO, passed away Wednesday. Rex R. ” J. Dishman was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on April 5, 1936 to the late Charles Celebration of life service for (William) Waide Moreland, of St. She was born on December 3, 1947, in St Louis County, MO to the late Albert William Gerlach and Myrtle Celeste (Hoertel) Gerlach. We request all of Jerry’s loved ones join us in celebrating his beautiful life at Grace Church of Rolla Hwy 63 South on October 29, 2022. Harris was born on July 28, 1942, in Phelps County to the late Cecil Tyler and Ida Marie (Davis) Tyler. December 19, 2024, in Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, Vienna. Willis Eugene (Gene) Kean, of St. March 6, 2025, in the Martin-Kloeppel Funeral Chapel, Dixon. January 25, 2025, at Jones Funeral Home, St. All arrangements are under the direction of Null and Son Funeral Home of Rolla. Louis, MO, to John and Virginia “Peggy” (Kennedy) Walsh. Terri Rozine McClain of Rolla, Missouri spread her wings and took flight to the heavens December 9, 2022. James, was February 14, 2025, at St. Carlene R. He was born December 18, 1942, in Elkland, Survivors include his daughter, Debra Tremblay and husband, Leland, Hill City, Kansas; granddaughter, Melissa Stomberg and husband, Jason; great-granddaughter, Ava Jo Stomberg; special nieces, Kathy Arno and Memorial service for Haden Christopher Crawford, of St. View Naomi Key, age 99, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 4, 2024, at Oak Pointe of Rolla. Tammy is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Anna; son, Curtis Edgerton; Funeral mass for Randy B. James Rd. Interment will be in the Union Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Gregory Harris, Connor Crawford, Samantha Bandy, Michael Bobbitt, Wayne Bailey, BJ Wagoner Steven “Steve” Jerome Koxlien, sixty-six of Lebanon, Missouri, died at his home on Monday, August 12, 2024. Louis, Mo. James, with Father Greg Meystrik officiating. 5, 2024, at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer. Arrangements were under the direction of the Null and Son Funeral Home, Rolla. Funeral service for Steven Eugene Macey, of St. The church family was a major focus of his life where he could serve God and serve people. Joel died on October 28, 2024, at his home in Rolla, Lou served as an elder at First Christian Church for many years and was on the board of the Christian Campus House. Phelps County Animal Rescue, 745 E. Everyone considered bass fishing to be the love of Bill’s life. Randy Blaine Hrovat, 61, died unexpectedly of a heart attack on March 7, 2021. Bunten was born May 9, 1960, in Phelps County, to Leon and Louise Marie (Jones) Bunten. PAID Mrs. Visitation for Lanny R. 1, 2021. In 2005, he and friends purchased 80 acres in Phelps County and started the Rolla Shooting Club which continues to grow. He spent 37 years of his career working alongside his amazing colleagues at Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla. In lieu of flowers, donations A memorial service for Carol’s Holden friends will be held at Holden Manor Care on Thursday, November 7 at 2 p. He was born on January 26, 1943, in Phelps County, MO, to the late Ulysses S. Arrangements were under the direction of the Birmingham-Martin Funeral Home, Vienna. Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the Jones Funeral Home, St. Steve was born in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, on September 20, 1957. Mary Juanita Hernandez, of Mattoon, IL, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024, at the age of 78. Submit an Obituary. 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