Paul Ross Rowden, age 67, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia.  He was born in Iberia on June 12, 1955, son of the late Minzo Julius and Iris (Renfrow) Rowden.  On May 19, 1984, in Columbia, Paul was united in marriage to Olytha Mae LaBoube, who survives at their home.

Paul had a strong work ethic.  He was employed as a meter reader with Boone Electric for many years before retiring in 2009.  After retirement he worked as a driver for Joe Machens Ford, BMW Mercedes, and Shelter Insurance.

In addition to his loving wife, Olytha Rowden, he is also survived by two sons, Christopher Rowden of Columbia and Michael (Matthew Simmons) Rowden of Round Rock, Texas, sister, Kathy Humphrey of Iberia, and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Oscar LaBoube, mother-in-law, Bessie (John) Dubovick, and nephew, Rick Nelson.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Saturday, July 16, at Fancher-Rekus Funeral Home, 2247 Highway 17, Iberia, MO, with a graveside service immediately following the visitation at Union Cemetery in Iberia with Jim Humphrey officiating.