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Freida Elaine Stanfield

Freida Elaine Stanfield

Oct 7, 2025

Freida Elaine Stanfield, formerly of Dickson, Tennessee passed away at the age of 73 on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 in Rolla, Missouri. Elaine was born to Budord and Essie (Lowrance) Stanfield in Ramer, Tennesse on August 11, 1952. She was the youngest of eleven children. Elaine was deeply rooted in her faith and lived her life with a daily devotion...

Donald "Donnie" A. Simmons, Jr

Donald "Donnie" A. Simmons, Jr

Oct 3, 2025

Donald "Donnie" A. Simmons, Jr, age 58 of Licking, MO, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025, at the University Hospital in Columbia, MO.

Donnie was born, July 13, 1967, in Jacksonville, FL, a son to Donald A. Simmons, Sr and the late Paula Martin.

On May 14, 2020, Donnie was united in marriage to Rebecca Dollhopf in Newport, TN. She survives at...

Jennifer Dawn McDonald

Jennifer Dawn McDonald

Sep 28, 2025

Jennifer Dawn McDonald, age 45, of Rocky Mount, Missouri, and formerly of Salem, Missouri, passed away peacefully on the evening of September 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 23, 1980, in Rolla, Missouri, to Brenda Lea (née McDonald) and Frank Hicks IV.

Jennifer was a kind, optimistic, and free-spirited woman whose strength never wavered, even...

Bridgette Babette Sigmon

Bridgette Babette Sigmon

Sep 11, 2025

Bridgette Babette Sigmon began her Earthly journey on August 9, 1962, born to Elmore and Eva Sigmon in Los Angeles, California. She entered her eternal home on September 11, 2025 at the age of 63. She graduated from Rolla High School in 1980 and assisted with starting City of Light and Life Ministries in St. James, MO. She then moved...

Sandra "Sandy" Louise Karr

Sandra "Sandy" Louise Karr

Sep 4, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Sandra “Sandy” Louise Karr, 71, of Rolla on September 4, 2025. Known for her infectious personality, warm spirit, and boundless love, Sandy brought light and laughter to everyone lucky enough to know her.

Before her retirement from Phelps County Bank, Sandy served as Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Retail where she...

Larry “Buck” Don Loyd

Larry “Buck” Don Loyd

Aug 31, 2025

Larry (Buck) Don Loyd, age 77, of Dixon, Missouri, passed away on August 31, 2025. 

He was born on September 6, 1947, in Dyess, Arkansas, to the late Alvin and Martha Barnett.

He was baptized on August 18, 1963, and faithfully carried his values throughout his life. 

From August 1966 to August 1969, Larry proudly served his country in the United States Army,...

Paul Andrew Johnston

Paul Andrew Johnston

Aug 27, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Johnston who left us peacefully in the arms of his loving wife, on August 27th, 2025, at the age of 53. 

He will be remembered for his kindness, love for his family and his generosity to anyone that needed a helping hand.

Paul was born in St Louis to Jack...

Thomas Nathan Shipley

Thomas Nathan Shipley

Aug 24, 2025

Thomas Nathan Shipley, 84, of Rolla, MO, born April 1, 1941, in Youngstown, OH, and died Sunday, August 24, 2025, at University Hospital in Columbia, MO.

Tom lived a life centered on love, passion, creativity, romance. Everything revolved around family and home, his art, and the mystery of the nature of life itself. Nothing meant more to him than his wife,...

Carol Jeanne (Nelson) Rodriguez

Carol Jeanne (Nelson) Rodriguez

Aug 23, 2025

Carol Jeanne (Nelson) Rodriguez, age 70 of Saint Robert, MO, passed away Saturday, August, 23, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Springfield.

Carol was born December 20, 1954, in Denver, CO, a daughter of the late Dwight and Donna (Borden) Nelson.

Carol was a graduate of Lakewood High School in Denver and was one of Jehovah's Witnesses.

She had worked as a school bus driver...

Dr. J. David Rogers

Dr. J. David Rogers

Aug 23, 2025

Dr. J. David Rogers passed away on August 23, 2025, surrounded by his family and prepared to meet his Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. 

A popular retired Missouri University of Science and Technology (MS&T) professor, David will be remembered for his love of teaching, his wide range of interests and knowledge, as well as his endearing sense of humor. 

A memorial service...

Robert E Dodds Sr

Robert E Dodds Sr

Aug 21, 2025

Robert E. Dodds, Sr. passed away on 21 August 2025 at the Life Care Center in Waynesville, Mo. Bob was born in Waynesville, Missouri on 17 September 1933 to Ella and Ellis Dodds. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert E. Dodds, Jr., his former wife, Norma Dodds, and his two brothers, Jim and Bill Dodds. He is...

Marilyn L. Lashlee

Marilyn L. Lashlee

Aug 13, 2025

Marilyn L. Lashlee, age 91 of Cuba, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

Marilyn was born on February 24, 1934, in Steelville, a daughter to the late James Edward, Sr and Bessie (Mallow) Edwards.

She was a 1951 graduate of Bourbon High School.

On August 23, 1953, she was united in marriage to Leroy Lashlee in Argo, Mo. Leroy preceded her in...

Linda Lee Jackson

Linda Lee Jackson

Aug 13, 2025

Linda Lee Jackson, 84 of St. James passed away peacefully with her two beloved cats by her side on August 13, 2025. She was born July 20, 1941, in Hillsboro, Illinois to Robert and Lillie (Kean) Woolard.

On July 20, 1958, she was united in marriage to Sam Jackson in St. James. Sam preceded her in death on November 1, 2008.

Linda...

Cindy Marie Rose Shelden

Cindy Marie Rose Shelden

Aug 8, 2025

Cindy Marie Rose Shelden was born February 16, 1958, in St Louis, Missouri and peacefully departed her earthly body on August 8, 2025, at her home in Newburg, Missouri, with her faithful dog Hades by her side.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Rose and Monte K. Rose-Schmieder, her sister-in-law Anne Shelden Lotzer, and her beloved husband of...

Christopher "Hermit" Lynn Bryant

Christopher "Hermit" Lynn Bryant

Aug 5, 2025

Christopher “Hermit” Lynn Byrant, 67, of Rolla passed away on August 5, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on April 30, 1958, in Coldwater, Michigan to Joe Trim and Bonnie Hance-Trim. He attended school at Roosevelt High School in St. Louis, after which he served in the US Army from 1975-1980. After his active...

James "Jimmy" Evans Mitchell II

James "Jimmy" Evans Mitchell II

Aug 3, 2025

James (Jimmy) Evans Mitchell II, 58, of Pacific passed away on August 3, 2025, in Rolla. He was born on December 09, 1966, in Lancaster, California to James Mitchell and Cynthia (Wheeler) McCasland.

James went to Pacific High School and ultimately received his G.E. D. He was a member of Living Word Ministries of Leasburg and was a member of the...

Robin Glen Stillwell

Robin Glen Stillwell

Jul 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robin Glen Stillwell, who peacefully left us on July 26, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones in Dixon, MO. Born on March 7, 1963, Robin was a hardworking, dedicated, and loyal man whose greatest accomplishment was building a legacy rooted in unwavering family values.

Robin was the embodiment of a...

Diana Lynn Hubbard (Copling)

Diana Lynn Hubbard (Copling)

Jul 24, 2025

Diana Lynn (Copling) Hubbard, 67, of Cuba passed away on July 24, 2025 at the Rolla Hospital. She was born September 3, 1957, to William Leroy Copling and Marilyn Jean (Petty) Copling.

She attended and graduated from Cuba High School.

She was married to Palmer Hubbard who precedes her in death.

One of her great joys was to spend time in the garden.

In...

Edith Elisabeth Fairchild (Glock)

Edith Elisabeth Fairchild (Glock)

Jul 15, 2025

We are sad to announce that our mom and Oma, Edith Elisabeth Fairchild (Glock), age 70 of Waynesville earned her wings and joined her family in Heaven on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

Edith was the third of four children born in Schluechtern, Germany to Wilhelm and Anna Glock of Schwarzenfels.

Edith spent many years working in the hospitality industry in Germany, Fort...

James (Jim) Allan Swift

James (Jim) Allan Swift

Jul 9, 2025

James (Jim) Allan Swift of Rolla, MO passed away peacefully July 09, 2025 at home surrounded by family. Jim was born March 26, 1951 in Crookston, MN to Hugh and Eleanore Swift who preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his late wife Kay Swift, brother Ernest Swift and sister Cheryl Wehrly. He graduated from Crookston...