Steven W. Gentges

Steven W. Gentges, age 78, of Linn, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Steven was born on December 26, 1947, in Jefferson City, a son to the late William and Pearl (Blackburn) Gentges.

He was a 1966 graduate of Fatima High School. He served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

On November 9, 1968, he was united in marriage to Betty Berhorst at St. George Catholic Church in Linn. Betty survives at their home.

Steven worked at Von Hoffmann Press/RR Donnelley in Jefferson City for 47 years before retiring in September 2013.

In addition to his spouse of 57 years, Steven is survived by his four sons, Brian (Amy) Gentges of Washington, Scott (Michelle) Gentges of Frankenstein, Tim (Jana) Gentges of O’Fallon and Joel Gentges of Argyle; four grandchildren, Justin (Kindra) Gentges, Kevin Gentges, Lee Gentges and Jamie (Jacob) Dorpinghaus; two great grandchildren, Kindall Gentges and Kylie Gentges; four sisters, Elaine (Gerald) Backes of Loose Creek, Beverly (Steve) Lowry of Holts Summit, Edith (Dan) Kirsch of Frankenstein, and Janet (Melvin) Orscheln of Loose Creek; along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

In addition to his parents, Steven was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Addie Gentges; an infant brother, Vernon Gentges; a sister, Shirley Evans; and a daughter-in-law, Robynn Gentges.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Morton Chapel in Linn with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 12:00 p.m. Inurnment will be held in St. George Parish Cemetery in Linn at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements are under the direction of Morton Chapel in Linn.  www.mortonchapel.com