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Beverly Emma Myers

Beverly Emma Myers

Mar 8, 2025

Beverly Emma Myers, age 85 of Linn, peacefully went to live with her heavenly Father on Saturday, March 8, 2025, surrounded by her adoring family.

Beverly was born December 4, 1939, in Iowa City, Iowa, a daughter to the late John and Fern (Kelly) Burmeister.

Beverly attended Preston Iowa schools and was a 1957 graduate of Preston High School.

On December 30, 1967,...

Carl "Shaggy" Zeilman

Carl "Shaggy" Zeilman

Mar 2, 2025

Carl “Shaggy” Zeilman, age 64 of Rich Fountain, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia.

Carl was born September 6, 1960, in Jefferson City, a son to the late Edwin and Mary Lou (Reinkemeyer) Zeilman. 

Carl was a 1978 graduate of Fatima High School. 

He was employed for 31 years with the State of...

Kenneth "Kenny" John Balkenbusch

Kenneth "Kenny" John Balkenbusch

Feb 26, 2025

Donation LinkKenneth “Ken” John Balkenbusch, age 76, of Linn, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at University of Missouri Hospital and Clinics in Columbia. 

Ken was born on August 17, 1948, in Jefferson City to Albert and Rosalie “Rose” (Keilholz) Balkenbusch. His mother survives in Linn.

Ken was a 1966 graduate from Linn High School and then attended Linn Technical College,...

Charles Hueste

Charles Hueste

Feb 13, 2025

Charles Hueste, age 85, of Linn, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving children.

Charles was born on December 18, 1939, in Linn a son to the late Leo Hueste, Sr., and Agnes (Schaefer) Hueste.

He was a 1957 graduate of Linn High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army Reserves. 

On...

Terry J. Jaegers

Terry J. Jaegers

Feb 8, 2025

Terry J. Jaegers, age 66, of Linn, went to heaven on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at his residence.

Terry was born on July 11, 1958, in St. Louis, a son to the late Edward and Shirley (Wolfe) Jaegers. 

On May 8, 1993, he was united in marriage to Mathilda Holtmeyer in Jefferson City. Mathilda survives at their residence.

Terry owned and operated TJ&S...

Alvina Jaegers

Alvina Jaegers

Feb 7, 2025

Alvina Jaegers, age 97, of Bonnots Mill, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Westphalia Hill in Westphalia.

Alvina was born on January 29, 1928, in Loose Creek, a daughter to the late Paul and Elizabeth (Dudenhoeffer) Kliethermes.

Alvina attended Cadet Creek School near Loose Creek.

On August 21, 1946, she was united in marriage to Leslie Jaegers in Bonnots Mill....

Mervin B. McDaniel

Mervin B. McDaniel

Feb 3, 2025

Mervin Buell McDaniel, age 92, of Linn, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Oak Tree Villas in Jefferson City. Mervin was born on September 28, 1932, in Linn, a son to the late Ray B. and Julia (Gove) McDaniel. He was united in marriage to Ruth Marie Kliethermes, on October 3, 1953, at St. George Catholic Church in...

Thomas "Tom" Richard Scheulen

Thomas "Tom" Richard Scheulen

Jan 17, 2025

Thomas (Tom) Richard Scheulen, a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend, coach, role model, leader, and mentor passed away on January 17, 2025, at the age of 46. Born on December 29, 1978, Tom was known for his passion for coaching sports, a calling that allowed him to inspire many young athletes throughout his life. His dedication extended beyond...

Billy J. Shoults

Billy J. Shoults

Jan 17, 2025

Billy J. Shoults, age 67 of Linn, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Billy was born August 28, 1957, in Leavenworth, KS, a son to the late Lester and Marjorie (Todd) Shoults.

On June 14, 1981, he was united in marriage to Maude Todd in Linn. She survives at their home.

Billy worked as a...

Bryce Allen Baker

Bryce Allen Baker

Jan 16, 2025

Bryce Allen Baker, age 37 of Linn, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025, at his residence.

Bryce was born September 22, 1987, a son to the late Byron Baker and Barbara (Sackett) Baker who survives of Linn.

Bryce graduated from State Technical College in 2007 and was a self-employed jack of all trades.

Bryce was a member of St. John’s United Methodist Church...

Michael Paul Sherman, Jr.

Michael Paul Sherman, Jr.

Jan 16, 2025

Michael “Mike” Paul Sherman, Jr, age 54 of Cabool, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025, in the Houston House facility in Houston, Mo. 

Mike was born March 3, 1970, in the state of California, a son to the late Michael Paul and Rosette (Tamas) Sherman. 

Mike was a 1988 graduate of Houston High School and a 1989 graduate of the Universal Technical...

Marvin Hugh Leimkiller

Marvin Hugh Leimkiller

Jan 14, 2025

Marvin Hugh Leimkiller, age 87, of Chamois, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at his home with family by his side. 

Marvin was born April 15, 1937, in Chamois, the son of Earl and Anna (Reynolds) Leimkiller. Marvin attended grade school at Liberty in Chamois and graduated from Chamois High School in 1954. 

After High School Marvin worked at the Oberman Factory...

Mary Lou Zeilman

Mary Lou Zeilman

Jan 11, 2025

Mary Lou Zeilman, age 86, of Rich Fountain, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City.

Mary Lou was born on August 15, 1938, in Jackson County, Missouri a daughter to the late Walter and Verna (Nilges) Reinkemeyer.

Mary Lou was a 1957 graduate of Fatima High School.

On September 14, 1957, she was united...

Shirley Ann Mosley

Shirley Ann Mosley

Jan 11, 2025

Shirley Ann Mosley, age 65, of Linn, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. 

Shirley was born on June 23, 1959, in Jefferson City, a daughter to the late Floyd and Anna (Rademann) Wilson.

Shirley was a 1977 graduate of Linn High School.

On May 5, 1979, she was united in marriage to Jarrel...

Lyle E. Garreau

Lyle E. Garreau

Jan 10, 2025

Lyle E. Garreau, age 80, of Linn, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, at SSM Health St. Marys in Jefferson City.

Lyle was born on January 24, 1944, in Jefferson, Iowa, a son to the late Leon and Loretta (Veasman) Garreau.

Lyle was a 1962 graduate of Guthrie Center High School. He later earned his teaching certificate from Northwest Missouri State...

Sydney Luther Wells, Jr.

Sydney Luther Wells, Jr.

Jan 8, 2025

Sydney Luther Wells, Jr., age 78, of Moberly, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Harry S. Truman VA Hospital in Columbia, surrounded by his loving family.

Sydney was born on December 11, 1946, in Chicago, Il., a son to the late Sydney and Virginia (Deckert) Wells, Sr.

Sydney proudly served his country in the United States Marines during the...

2024 Christmas Remembrance Video

2024 Christmas Remembrance Video

Dec 13, 2024

Please scroll down to view our remembrance video. 

We were honored to serve the following families this year. We will miss their friendship, but their memories will always be in our hearts. 

Virgil F. Kremer

Diana Mittelhauser

Betty Lou Tilson

Cathleen Alice Suess

Bridget A. Parkhurst

Marvin Arthur Lieneke

Kenneth Reinkemeyer

Dorothy Christopher

Wilfred Henry Linnenbrink

Alma Jean Best

Gerald “Gary” Brandt

Wilda Foster Gream

Derek Holtmeyer

Lena Mae Foster

Donald Johnson

Bernard “Ben” Haslag, Sr.

Marsha McMillian

Lucinda...

Lynn E. Shaffer

Lynn E. Shaffer

Dec 8, 2024

Lynn E. Shaffer, age 80, of Jefferson City, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at The Bluffs in Columbia.

Lynn was born on November 18, 1944, in Shelbyville, IL. a son to the late Dwight and Thelma Ragan Shaffer.

Lynn was a 1962 graduate of Fulton High School and a 1964 graduate of Linn State Technical College in Linn with a...

Donald John Brandt

Donald John Brandt

Dec 7, 2024

Donald John Brandt, age 82, of Linn, passed away Saturday evening, December 7, 2024, at his home. Don was born September 28, 1942, in Freeburg, to Alfred and Josepha (Reinkemeyer) Brandt. He was married on August 14, 1965, to Christy Marie Thomeczek, who survives at the home. Don was the fifth generation to live on the Brandt Dairy Farm, which...

Bryan C. McNutt

Bryan C. McNutt

Dec 4, 2024

Bryan C. McNutt, age 58, of Jefferson City, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Capitol Region Medical Center in Jefferson City.

Bryan was born on October 21, 1966, in Springfield, a son to the late Ival Dane McNutt and Edith Ann (Gillstrap) Angus.

He was a 1984 graduate of Neosho High School. He proudly served his country in the United...