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Carol "Moppy" Evon Haines
Mar 18, 2026
Carol “Moppy” Evon Haines left this world on March 18, 2026, at home in Waynesville, Missouri. She was born in Massena, NY on August 19th, 1957, to Lester and Edith Roberts. She was preceded in death by her husband and the love of her life, Robert F. Haines.
Moppy loved Jesus, her family, and her friends. She was a member of...
Michael David McCormack
Mar 9, 2026
Michael David McCormack, lovingly known as Mike, passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 77, at his home in Rolla, Missouri, from complications related to Alpha-gal syndrome. He is now reunited in Heaven with his beloved wife, Patricia Ann McCormack; his parents, Fred and Eunamae McCormack; and his brothers, Fred, Danny, and Kevin.
Mike was a dedicated father,...
Scott Brian Hinrichs
Apr 8, 2026
Scott Brian Hinrichs, 71, of Rolla passed away on April 8, 2026, suddenly at his home. He was born December 4, 1954, in Evanston, Illinois to Oscar and Elvena (Leckband) Hinrichs. He graduated from Concordia Seward in Nebraska in 1978. On February 17, 1979, he was married to Judith “Judy” Hinrichs in Rochester, New York.
Scott was a teacher at St....
Merle Everett Southern
Mar 29, 2026
Merle Everett Southern passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 29, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 27, 1937 in Carthage, Missouri to Winford Paul Southern and Paulette Elaine Bayless Southern. He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers: Gene, Randall and Larry, and his wife Judy Earp Southern. He is survived by his wife...
Eve Ann Atkisson
Apr 12, 2026
Eve Ann (Evans) Atkisson, of Rolla, passed away April 15, 2026. She was born February 18, 1937 in Rolla.She attended Rolla Public Schools from 1st-9th grade before moving and graduating high school in Houston, Missouri in 1954. She enrolled at Southwest MO State College and graduated from St. John’s Nursing School. Eve worked 19 years at Phelps County Regional Medical...
Dale Ezra Hammond
Apr 11, 2026
Dale Ezra Hammond, 78, of Rolla passed away on April 11, 2026 at the Veterans Home in St. James. He was born May 15, 1947 in Batavia, New York to Ezra and Hazel (Winspear) Hammond. He graduated from Wyoming Central Schools in 1966. On August 10, 1996 he married Judith Hammond in Spencerport, New York.
Dale worked at Rochester Gas and...
Ricky Lee Spurlin
Apr 10, 2026
Rick was a traveler who walked in his own shoes, and while that made his journey difficult, it was undeniable his. Now that the battle is over and the journey is done, we hope you finally found peace. Farewell my brother.
Penny Lynn Brown
Apr 7, 2026
Penny Lynn Brown, 62, of St. James passed away on April 7, 2026, at Phelps Health. She was born on February 14, 1964, in Rolla to James and Doris (Ellis) Brown.
Penny enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing bingo, going to St Louis Cardinal games, and most of all spending time with friends and family.
She is survived by her mother Doris Brown of...
Ralph Curtis Light
Mar 30, 2026
Ralph Curtis Light, 74, of Edgar Springs passed away on Monday March 30, 2026, peacefully at his home. He was born on June 8, 1951, in Seaton, MO to Arvel and Sarah Ellen (Shafer) Light. He attended school at Pershing Elementary School and Rolla High School. On May 29, 1998, he married Dana Sue (Hance) Light in Charlotte, North Carolina....
Alma Louise Rains
Mar 28, 2026
Alma Louise Rains,81, of Vienna was born August 21, 1944, a daughter to Lester and Winnifred (Martin) Terry, departed this life and entered into the presence of the Lord on Saturday March 28, 2026. Alma accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal savior at an early age while attending the Terry Baptist Church.
During her working life she was employed...
Karen Lynnette Romine
Mar 20, 2026
Karen Lynnette Romine, 75, of St. James, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026 in Steelville, MO.
Born on June 19, 1950, Karen spent the majority of her career working in the medical field, where she was known for her kindness,and genuine care for others. Her work touched many lives and reflected her deeply caring nature.
Karen was a devoted mother...
Tracy D Spitler
Mar 18, 2026
Tracy D. Spitler, 50, of Big Piney passed away on Wednesday March 18, 2026, at his home in Big Piney. He was born July 21, 1975, in Waynesville to Terry and Anita (Wilson)Spitler.
Tracy attended and graduated from Plato High School in 1993. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors, but most of all he really enjoyed time with his...
John Robert Black
Mar 15, 2026
John Robert “Bob” Black, 71, of Rolla, Missouri, passed away in his home on March 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Bob was born on March 26, 1954, in Rolla, Missouri, to JB Black and Shirley Ruth Ridenhour. From a young age, Bob learned the value of hard work, connection, and community—qualities that defined his life. He began auctioneering at...
Marcia Joan Myers
Mar 15, 2026
Marica Joan Myers of Edgar Springs passed away at her home on Sunday March 15, 2026, at the age of 70. She was born in Licking to the late Edward and Aileen (Jackson) Jordan on July 20, 1955.
Marcia was a 1973 graduate of Rolla High School and worked at Briggs and Stratton in Rolla from the time it opened until...
Donald W Spencer
Mar 10, 2026
Donald W. Spencer, 95, of Rolla passed away on March 10, 2026, at his home. He was born June 2, 1930, in Vandalia, Illinois to the late Cyrus E. and Elva M. (DeVore) Spencer. Donald graduated from Vandalia High School in 1948 and the Missouri School of Mines (MSM) in 1952.
He was married on August 11, 1952, to Mabel A....
William "Billy" Thomas Rude
Mar 7, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of William “Billy” Thomas Rude on March 7, 2026.
Billy was a loving partner to Elisha Wethy and a proud father and grandfather to Lexis(daughter Macie), Khloe, and Rubie. He loved the outdoors, fishing, and the country life he grew up enjoying through 4-H. Billy spent many years working in the...
Howard Eldon Granger
Mar 6, 2026
Howard Eldon Granger, 68, of Rolla, Missouri passed away on March 6, 2026 in Rolla. He was born on March 14, 1956 in Everett Washington to Ray and Ellen (Watters) Granger.
On August 31, 1985 he married Beckie Granger in Monroe, Washington.
Howard worked 28 years as a line cook.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his daughter Jessica Richardson...
Terry Linebarger
Feb 24, 2026
Terry Linebarger of Salem, MO passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at the age of 71. He was born in Salisbury, NC on November 9, 1954 to the late Baxter Linebarger and Frances (Miller) Linebarger. On May 21, 1994 he married Lee Wade in Fort Collins, CO.
Terry enjoyed outdoor activities like hiking in the Rockies, hunting, fishing and target...
Jack Miller Cole Jr
Feb 22, 2026
Jack Miller Cole Jr, age 63, of Rolla, passed away on February 22, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will miss him always. Above all else, Jack was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and a constant presence for those who knew him best. He was known for his kindness, sense of humor, generosity, and...
Gloria Jeanne Spurgeon
Feb 19, 2026
Gloria Jeanne Spurgeon of Licking passed away on February 19, 2025, at the age of 91.
She was born on January 01, 1935, in Pueblo, Colorado to Cora and Richard Snow.
Gloria loved knitting and sewing. She had a passion for making things for people. Gloria also liked watching NASCAR, baseball, and had a special passion for animals; and was a member...
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