James Wolivar Jr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Wolivar Jr. of Springfield, Missouri, born in Portsmouth, Virginia, who passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 55, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father James Wolivar; and his grandparents, Chester, Juanita Wolivar, Virgel Potter and Jean Moore.
He is survived by: his mother Patricia Wolivar-Powell of Springfield, MO; his son Jayme; his close friend Tina White; his siblings, David Wolivar (Karen) of Alexandria and Deborah Hager (Scott) of Springfield, MO; his children, Mesha Burch (David) of Springfield, MO, James Wolivar of Springfield, MO, Afton Wolivar (Angela) of Springfield, MO and Carter Wolivar of Springfield, MO; his grandchildren, Andrew, Maddie, Kaylee, Grayson, Rowan and Carson; and his great grandchildren, Blaine and Drew. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, and several nieces and nephews.
