Obituaries

Feb 10, 2026

Carol Lynne Daniels, born on November 4, 1954, of Rolla, Missouri, passed away on February 10, 2026, in her hometown, leaving a legacy of dedication and service that will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. A proud graduate of the John F. Hodge Class of 1973, Carol furthered her education at Vo-tech School in Rolla, where she studied...

Feb 10, 2026

Tracy Hughes, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on February 10, 2026, at the age of 63, after bravely facing a rare congenital aggressive lung problem diagnosed a year prior. Born on January 16, 1963, in Rolla, Missouri, Tracy’s life was a testament to love, family, and dedication to the land.

Raised in Cuba, Missouri,...

Feb 6, 2026

Dr. George C. Schowengerdt, 89, passed away peacefully at his home in Rolla, Missouri, on February 6, 2026. He was born on January 13, 1937, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Dr. G. Carl and Olive Bernice (Coughlin) Schowengerdt, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Ruth Rogers of Hawaii.

George dedicated his life to...

Jan 27, 2026

Deborah Kay Robinson, lovingly known as Debi, passed away surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life. Debi was the kindest person you would ever meet—someone who would truly give you the shirt off her back. She treated everyone with respect and loved her family with all of her heart.

 Debi is survived by her children: Tim Robinson...

Jan 23, 2026

Tara Kathleen Gray of St. James, Missouri passed away January 23, 2026 at Phelps Health in Rolla, Missouri surrounded by her family. She was 56 years of age.

Tara, the daughter of Sharon Evans and Fred Gray, was born November 22,1969.

Tara is survived by her mother, Sharon Evans of St. James, Missouri; five beautiful children: Zachary, Zephan, Zeb, Zeze, and Desiree;...

Jan 23, 2026

Collin Reese Auxier, of Rolla, Missouri, born August 19, 2000 and passed away January 23, 2026. He was deeply loved by so many and left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew him. Collin lived life fearlessly. He was an athlete by nature - skilled, daring, and unafraid. His greatest passions were motorcycles and dirt bikes, where his daredevil spirit...

Jan 23, 2026

Richard Owen Chapman, 83, of Rolla, Missouri, went home to be with Jesus on January 23, 2026.

Richard was born on August 16, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Joseph and Margaret Chapman. He lived a life grounded in faith, family, and hard work, and those who knew him best will remember his steady spirit, kind heart, and quiet devotion to...

Jan 18, 2026

Gladys Marie Corey, affectionately known as "Marie," departed this world peacefully at her home on January 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 6, 1933, in Summerville, Maine, Marie lived a life filled with warmth and joy that touched the hearts of those around her.

A devoted mother and grandmother, Marie was proud of her family and their...

Jan 5, 2026

Richard Wilson Tucker Sr., age 86, of St. James, Missouri, passed away January 5, 2026 at Phelps Health in Rolla, Missouri.

He was born September 28, 1939 at Dillon, Missouri, the son of Millard Wilson and Pansy Mary Perrot Tucker. He married Virginia Muriel Feeler Tucker on March 8, 1958, at St. James United Methodist Church. Richard...

Jan 4, 2026

Helen Louise Rivers of St. James, Missouri passed away on a beautiful Sunday morning January 4th, 2026 at the Boone County Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. She was 87 years of age.

Helen Rivers was born December 29, 1938 at High Gate, Missouri the daughter of the late Thomas Burchard and Myrtle Ivy Beckham Kinsey.

On...

Dec 27, 2025

Gayle Jean Cramer, 71, of St. James, Missouri, passed away December 27, 2025, at Phelps Health in Rolla, Missouri.

Born May 9, 1954, in Springfield, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Alma Santee Camp and Betty (Ford) Camp.

Gayle is survived by her daughter, Becky Demars, of Dickson, Tennessee. She was preceded in...

Dec 26, 2025

Allen James Bunton Jr., aged 79, passed away on December 26, 2025, in Rolla, Missouri.

Born on February 11, 1946, in St. James, Missouri, Allen was a lifelong resident of the state and a figure well-known for his industrious nature and love for old cars.

Throughout his life, Allen was a dedicated worker. His early...

Dec 23, 2025

Our hearts are heavy as we share the peaceful passing of Judith "Judy" Faye Schalk, who left us on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family at her home in St. James, Missouri. At 75 years young, Judy's vibrant spirit touched countless lives throughout her remarkable journey.

Born on July 20,...

Dec 18, 2025

James Kenneth "Jim" Highfill of Lake St. Louis, Missouri, formerly of St. James, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025 at St. Joseph Hospital-West in Wentzville, Missouri. He was 93 years of age.

Jim, the son of James Donovan and Nadine Barbara (Ray) Highfill, was born July 19, 1932 in Oxly, Missouri. He was united in marriage...

Dec 16, 2025

Letty Loree Licklider of St. James, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Silverstone Nursing Home in Rolla, Missouri, at the age of 87.

Born on December 22, 1937, in St. James, Missouri, Letty was the beloved daughter of the late Charles and Alma Swyers Smallwood. She was united in marriage to Harold Licklider...

Dec 15, 2025

Louis E. Gorman, 90, of St. James, Missouri, peacefully passed away at his home on December 15, 2025. Born on March 26, 1935, in Rosati, Missouri, Louis was the beloved son of the late Eddie and Margaret Tessaro Gorman.

Louis' life was deeply rooted in the community he cherished. He was united in marriage to Irene Fanger...

Dec 11, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Wallace Sr. of St. James, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Life Care Center in Sullivan, Missouri. He was 70 years of age.

Kenneth, the son of the late Robert Lynn and Edna Ruby Boner Wallace, was born November 2, 1955, in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Kenneth is survived by sons Dustin...

Dec 6, 2025

Robert Edward Jones, beloved son, father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Phelps Health in Rolla Missouri. He was 70 years old.

Bobb was a proud sibling, part of a large family that included his brothers George, Ivan, Richard, Jim, and Delbert Jones, as well as his sister Carolyn Roberts. They...

Nov 28, 2025

Nicole Marie Bouvatte, 43, of St. James, Missouri, passed away on November 28, 2025, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

Nicole was the daughter of Kimberly Lynn (Snelson) Renner and David W. Bouvatte and step-dad, Donald Renner II; the sister of Christopher Bouvatte and Karen of St. James,  step-brother, Donald Renner III and wife, Tina of...

Nov 19, 2025

Elena Patricia Duncan of Rolla, Missouri passed away November 19, 2025 as a result of all-terrain vehicle accident. She was 28 years of age.

Elena Duncan was born April 13, 1997 in St. Petersburg, Russia; the daughter of Gene and Nancy Eckardt Hotz.

On July 15, 2024, in Rolla, MO., Elena was united in marriage...