Jerry Michael "Mike" Wekenborg
January 13, 1947 ~ June 1, 2020
Jerry Michael “Mike” Wekenborg, 73, of Tebbetts, passed away Monday, June 1, 2020, at Capital Region Medical Center.
He was born January 13, 1947, in Jefferson City, Missouri, the son of the late James Herman and Virginia Lee (Coffelt) Wekenborg.
He was a graduate of WT Woodson High School in 1965 and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Lincoln University.
Mike served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era.
He was united in marriage on June 27, 1967, in Jefferson City, to Lola Kay Miller who survives at the home.
Mike worked for the Missouri State Personnel Division, Fulton State Hospital, Missouri Veterans Commission, and was a life-long farmer.
Survivors include his wife, Lola Wekenborg, Tebbetts; two children, Derek (Hannah) Wekenborg, Tebbetts; Becky (Dan) Foster, Jefferson City; two grandchildren, Ali Snellen, Gabriel Wekenborg; and three siblings, Jimmy (Alberta) Wekenborg, New Bloomfield; Tom Wekenborg, Holts Summit; and Julie (Bill) Cook, Jefferson City.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Gail Wekenborg; and a nephew, Tommy Wekenborg.
Private graveside service will be held Friday, June 5, 2020, at Middle River Cemetery near Tebbetts with Pastor Tom Vansant officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the Middle River Cemetery Association.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home in Jefferson City is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born January 13, 1947, in Jefferson City, Missouri, the son of the late James Herman and Virginia Lee (Coffelt) Wekenborg.
He was a graduate of WT Woodson High School in 1965 and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Lincoln University.
Mike served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era.
He was united in marriage on June 27, 1967, in Jefferson City, to Lola Kay Miller who survives at the home.
Mike worked for the Missouri State Personnel Division, Fulton State Hospital, Missouri Veterans Commission, and was a life-long farmer.
Survivors include his wife, Lola Wekenborg, Tebbetts; two children, Derek (Hannah) Wekenborg, Tebbetts; Becky (Dan) Foster, Jefferson City; two grandchildren, Ali Snellen, Gabriel Wekenborg; and three siblings, Jimmy (Alberta) Wekenborg, New Bloomfield; Tom Wekenborg, Holts Summit; and Julie (Bill) Cook, Jefferson City.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Gail Wekenborg; and a nephew, Tommy Wekenborg.
Private graveside service will be held Friday, June 5, 2020, at Middle River Cemetery near Tebbetts with Pastor Tom Vansant officiating.
Memorials are suggested to the Middle River Cemetery Association.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home in Jefferson City is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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Lola, So sorry to hear about the passing of Mike. Hadn’t seen him for many years. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. RIP Mike. Jerry and Betty Siebeneck
I’m so sorry for your family….
Lola- Sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. We knew Mike for many years from our children and yours in daycare, to working with him and his being a good neighbor. Our deepest sympathy. Darrell and Alice Hutschreider, McGregor, Texas.
We are so very sorry to hear about Mike. We know how much you will miss him but sure you have plenty of fond memories. Jim used to tell me about the times he spent at Uncle Jim’s farm with his cousins. What a bunch! I enjoyed getting to know Mike better when he was one of my dental patients. He was such a character always trying to get me to come work at Fulton State Hospital as a dental hygienist. I told him no way!! Wanted to let you know you’re in our thoughts and prayers. Love Debbie, Carrie, Katie McIlwain
Lola, You and your family are covered in prayer. My heart is with you. Paula Shoemaker
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Lola, Derek, Becky and family. May you find peace in the days to come. Mitch & Darlene Kliethermes
So sorry for your loss Mike was a very talented man. Always enjoyed the time in the shop with him.
So very sorry to hear of your loss of Mike. Cherish the good memories. Prayers for you and your family. Calene
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for your family during this difficult time. Mark, Debbie, and Jonathan Hiatte Katy and Andrew Golightly
Lola, Becky and all Mike’s family. Lifting you up in prayer. “Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God and of Jesus, Our Lord.” 2 Peter 1:2
Deepest Sympathy to Mikes family. I worked with Mike when he was Deputy Director at Missouri Veterans Commission. Lot of good memories. Jill Drennen
Lola, Deepest heartfelt sympathy for your loss. I hope your family and faith will carry you through this tough time. On a lighter note : the website asks to share a memory. Not really knowing Mike I can only share what you once shared with me about you and Mike. Seems there was a certain storage shed that you were wanting Mike to move…. Hope that brings back a happy memory. Sincerest sympathy, Wayne
Lola, Derek, and Becky, My deepest sympathy to all of you. You will be in my prayersߙ
So very sorry. Ken and June Mengwasser
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers and love to you and your family. Joyce Hart, Dawn Hart Jane Hill and Audrey Laczko
I was very sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Our careers with the State of Missouri were during the same period of time. I knew him while he worked for the Personnel Division and then worked together with him for a number of years at Fulton state Hospital. In those years I learned to respect him as a smart and loyal person, and also a good friend. During a time that was difficult for me personally he was always willing to help me in any way, both at work and in my private life. I doubt I would have make it through without his help. I was happy for Mike that when he left Fulton he became even more successful in his work. We talked occasionally for a time but after I retired we lost touch. One thing I sincerely regret is that I believe I never adequately thanked him for everything he did for me. I remember the love and pride he had in his family and my condolences go to them for their loss. They can take comfort in the fact that Mike lived a life that was worth celebrating. Andrew Asbridge
My sincere condolences Lola, Derek and Becky. I worked with Mike while he was the Deputy Director at the Missouri Veterans Commission. I learned so much from him during his tenure there. He was very proud of his family and truly cared about the Commission and the people that worked there. I’m very sorry to learn of his passing. Kim Harris
Lola, I was sorry to hear about Mike. You may remember I knew him as a boy. My house was built on land that had been part of his family farm. I had not seen him for years, but talked to him at state personnel. Please share my condolences with the rest of the family. Jeff Holzem