All Obituaries

Randy Blaine Hrovat, 61, died unexpectedly of a heart attack on March 7, 2021.  He was born November 30, 1959 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, the son of Henry and Norma Jean (Powers) Hrovat. A loving and caring husband and father, Randy was a successful businessman and an avid outdoorsman.  He genuinely loved meeting new people and catching up with old friends.  Politics was a favorite topic of discussion. As social as he was, Randy also enjoyed life on the farm and working his...

Denny Keith Shoopman, Sr. passed unexpectedly to his heavenly home on Friday, December 11, 2020, in Rolla, Missouri.   Denny was born December 12, 1942, in New Castle, Indiana, but consistently called Albany, Kentucky home. “Keith’’, to family and friends, was an endeared member of Clinton County High School Class of 1961. Immediately following graduation, along with several friends, he enlisted in the U.S. Army. Much of his military life was spent stationed in...

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.  He was born on September 24th, 1950 in Sac City Iowa, son of James and Clarice (Vanderpool) Estey. Mike loved the lake and the ocean. One of the first things he did after graduating from Rolla High School was to teach Scuba lessons at a summer camp in the Bahamas. Later, he attended Diver’s Training Academy in Miami Florida...

David Wayne Pound passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his home in Edgar Springs MO, on February 22, 2021 at the age of 64, of bile duct cancer.  David was born on April 1, 1956, in St. Louis, a son to Richard Pound and Patricia (Rice) Arrow. David was married to Colene M. Curnutt on February 10, 1987 in Rolla Mo; they were married for 34 years.  David is survived by his wife Colene M. Pound of Edgar Springs; son David Pound Jr, of Edgar Springs and his 6...

Virginia Helene (Zimmer) Corley Lomax died on February 13, 2021 at the age of 86.  She was born November 1, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan, to Harley Edward and Jane Gott (Garner) Zimmer.  She grew up in Detroit and Otter Lake, Michigan, but moved many times after her first marriage.  She moved so often as a military (and later an academic) wife that she maintained, “if you show my dishes a box, they jump in”.    Virginia graduated from MacMurray College in...

  Andrew Zeno Frayer, age 16 gained his angel wings on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 30, 2004 in Rolla Missouri and attended Rolla Junior high, Wyman and Mark Twain Elementary schools. Andrew was wise beyond his years, had a witty sense of humor and inspired everyone he met.  He was truly “all boy”. He loved the outdoors, deer hunting, inventing, doing science projects, fireworks and of course...

Whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things (Philippians 4:8). Ralph Fox was a most positive person. He was always ready to commend anyone; he was always appreciative. He worked hard to make lemonade out of lemons. He believed that “Death and life are in the power of the tongue” (Proverbs 18:21). Ralph Everett Fox was born at...

Theresa June Daniels, age 57, of Rolla, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 at Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla.   Theresa was born July 28. 1963, in Japan, MO, a daughter to the late Raymond and Minnie (Finn) Valley.   She was a 1982 graduate of Belle High School.   On November 12th, 1983 she was united in marriage to Ronald Daniels, Sr. Ronald survives of their home in Rolla.   Theresa was a born Baptist and highly believed in God and the Holy...

Willa Mae Williams of Cuba, Missouri was born February 6, 1941 in Keysville, Missouri to Arthur and Eula (nee Eaton) Counts and passed away on January 28, 2021 at the age of 79 years and 11 months.      Willa Mae attended school through the 12th grade in Steelville, Missouri.     She was married to Everett Williams on December 8, 1961.     She worked for 30 years in the special services department of the Crawford County R-2 School...

Clyde Lincoln Granger, age 73 of St. Robert, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021, at his residence. Clyde was born February 28, 1947, in Gander, Newfoundland, a son to the late James and Gertrude (Rideout) Granger. Clyde proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1964 till 1971, achieving the rank of Sergeant. Clyde worked as a maintenance man and painter for over 40 years. He enjoyed Poker, Billiards, Cribbage collecting matchbooks and soda pop bottles. Survivors...