Elena V. Soendker

Elena Vladimirovna Soendker, 54, of Versailles, MO died December 4, 2025.

She was born March 21, 1971 in Horol, Russia to Bladimir and Svetlana Tregub.

She was united in marriage to Brice Stuart Soendker on April 9, 2009 in Hollywood,

California. They were blessed with 16 years of marriage.

Elena enjoyed all things outdoors and animals. She loved raising animals especially

chickens. She was passionate about healthy eating and was always making new recipes for

Brice to try. She was often encouraging others to be the solution to their own problems

giving guidance along the way.

Having grown up in Russia, she was very appreciative of the freedoms and liberty of US

citizens. She worked diligently for citizenship which she was granted on November 28,

2018. She loved her new country and inspired others by her patriotism. She was ardent

about protecting and exercising her first and second amendment rights.

She was preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Brice, of Versailles, MO; mother, Svetlana; brother,

Sergia; daughter, Inga; and granddaughter, Lera, all of Russia.

A Celebration of Life will be held at their home on Saturday, December 20, 2025 from 1 pm

to 6 pm. Burial will be at the Higginsville Veteran's Cemetery on December 22, 2025 at 10

am followed by a gathering of family and friends at Arcadian Moon Winery.

Per her wishes, Cremation arrangements are under the direction and care of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral Home of Versailles.