Obituaries

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...

Nov 6, 2025

Jillian Jenelle Engelbrecht of St. James, Missouri entered in to the arms of Jesus on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at University Hospital in Columbia, Missouri with her loving family at her side. She was 18 years of age.

Jillian, the daughter of Dustin William and Jami Leanne (Thompson) Engelbrecht, was born May 1, 2007 in Rolla, Missouri....

Oct 28, 2025

David Lee DeLuca, Jr. of St. James, Missouri passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 68 years of age.

David, the son of the late David Lee and Joy Jean (Jackson) DeLuca, Sr., was born June 16, 1957 in Elgin, Illinois. He was united in marriage to Mary...

Oct 25, 2025

William Joseph "Joe" White of Greenwood, Indiana passed away on October 25, 2025 at the Phelps Health in Rolla, Missouri. He was 69 years of age.

Joe, the son of the late Harry and Ginnie Hanger White, was born October 18, 1956. He was united in marriage to Sheila Ann Jaeger.

Joe is survived by...

Oct 21, 2025

Dixie Lee Wideman of Meta, Missouri passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. She was 89 years of age.

Dixie, the daughter of Clyde Cecil and Lillie Belle (Clark) Hollis, was born October 9, 1936 in Maries County, Missouri. She was united in marriage to Andrew Frank Wideman on April 29, 1956...

Oct 15, 2025

Wanda Lourene Hawkins, 90, of Rolla, MO went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October the 15th, 2025.   She was born on January 1st, 1935 in Qulin, Missouri to the late George Homer and Daisy Bell (Stroud) Huggins.

Besides raising a family of five kids, Wanda worked for the Jefferson and Franklin County Community Action Program...

Oct 12, 2025

James "Jim" Ruppert passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025.

He is survived by his daughters, Patricia Locke and Rosie Long (Ted), and his grandsons, Clayton and John.

Jim was the loving son of Andrew V. and Ernesta (Wehking) Ruppert, who preceded him in death. He was also the brother of David (dec.) (Jean) Ruppert,...

Oct 5, 2025

Stephen R. "Steve" Durbin, 80, of Sullivan, passed away at 4:18 a.m. Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Aspen Creek of Sullivan.

Steve was born November 29, 1944, in Decatur, Illinois, the son of Stephen R. Durbin, Jr. and Eileen (Bell) Durbin-Ayres. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who proudly served during the Vietnam War. Following his military...