LOVELAND

Donald S. Loveland, 80, of Rolla, Missouri, died Thursday, April 28, 2022, at Phelps Health Medical Hospital in Rolla, MO. He was born June 15, 1941, in Sparta, Illinois. On September 9, 1967, he married Barbara Schmidt in Marissa, IL.

Don grew up in Sparta and after moving his family for a short stay in California, he spent the past fifty years in Rolla, Missouri. He proudly served in the Navy during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He worked 29 years at University of Missouri – Rolla (UMR) as a printing press operator. Don enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and spending time with his family. He was a member of the Church of God a Worldwide Association and served as a deacon.

Don is survived by his wife, Barbara; two daughters, Linda (Phil) Daniels of Sparta and Karen Loveland of Rolla; four grandchildren, Kyle, Katie, Luke and Ryan Daniels of Sparta; a sister Dorothy and her husband, Donald Dykes of Camanche, Iowa; sister-in-law Lizabeth and her husband, George Tepovich of Sparta, as well as nephews and nieces.

Donald will be buried in Caledonia Cemetery in Sparta, IL. Graveside services will be performed by Pastor John Foster and will be held Monday, May 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm.

Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta, IL is in charge of arrangements

1. Kathy Daniels says:

   05/04/2022 at 5:32 pm

   My prayers go out to all the Family. May God comfort you and give you strength .

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2. Gary and Karen Davis says:

   05/04/2022 at 3:10 pm

   So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all at this time. Prayers and love.

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3. Barbara Abbott says:

   05/04/2022 at 1:21 pm

   Barbara and family, I was very sorry to hear about Don’s death. He was a wonderful person! Our prayers are with you all for comfort, strength, and peace. May his memories fill you with joy. My memories of him and all of you make me smile everytime they come to mind. I love you all and my heart aches for you. The most comforting is knowing God’s truth and Don is not resting awaiting for Christ’s return. Love you, Barbara Abbott

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4. Lon Kennebeck says:

   05/02/2022 at 12:57 pm

   It was nice to met and know Don for the short time we were here in the Rolla area. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

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5. Ben, Angie, Teddy, Tony, Tim and Hiedi says:

   05/02/2022 at 10:00 am

   Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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6. Jason Brunick Family says:

   05/02/2022 at 9:31 am

   Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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7. Bill Faith says:

   05/02/2022 at 9:24 am

   May God comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead. I know that it will not be easy.

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8. Evelyn Adkins says:

   05/01/2022 at 9:25 pm

   Barbara and family you have my deepest sympathy. I know how hard this is and prayer for all of you.

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