Gary Vincent Struemph
September 24, 1962 ~ March 22, 2018
Gary Vincent Struemph, 55, of Jefferson City, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2018, at his residence.
Gary was born September 24, 1962, in Jefferson City, the son of August Fred Gus and Margie (Buschjost) Struemph.
Gary was a 1980 graduate of Helias High School and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Lincoln University.
He was united in marriage on September 11, 1993, to Kimberly Ruppel McKinney at Immaculate Conception Church in Jefferson City.
Gary began his career in the computer information technology field, later transitioning into building management for Sprint while also attending Lincoln University. After graduating, Gary began working for the Knights of Columbus as a field Agent and eventually became a top General Agent. Throughout his 27 years with the Knights he achieved numerous awards and was highly regarded as a top performer, qualifying for 25/27 of the Annual Incentive Trips.
He was a member of the St. Joseph Cathedral and was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
Gary spent his life dedicated to his work but also to his family. Summers were spent pulling his daughters tubing behind the boat. He also enjoyed attending his daughters cheer competitions, family cross country road-trips, golfing with friends, biking, morning coffees with Kim, hunting - yes hunting, sneaking ice cream, and regularly taking in new household pets ranging from a pot bellied pig to a set of sugar gliders.
In addition to family, Gary was passionate about his work. Often working appointments until late hours. On March 22nd Gary received a call, a sort of offer you cant refuse, for an appointment from which he will not be returning. The assignment will take him to new heights. He will experience reunions with friends & family he hasnt seen in a long time. Gary will be assigned to watch over his loved ones for an indefinite period - a task he knows well and is best suited for.
Gary is survived by his wife, Kim Struemph, five children, Paul (Kelly) McKinney, Carolyn McKinney, Victoria Struemph, Natalie Struemph, Isabelle Struemph, his mother, Margie Struemph, brother, Darius Struemph, his sister-in-law, Carol Struemph Harrison, two nieces, Cassie Struemph Melloway and Katie Struemph, three grandchildren, Bronson McKinney, Bayley Johnson, Kingston Bommarito, and his mother-in-law, Carolyn (Dennis) Schubert.
He was preceded in death by his father, August(Gus)Struemph; and two brothers, Rene Struemph and Marcel Struemph.
Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m., Monday, March 26, 2018, at the St. Joseph Cathedral, with a prayer service at 3:15 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at the St. Joseph Cathedral with the Rev. Msgr. Robert A. Kurwicki officiating.
Entombment will follow the service.
Memorials are suggested to the family for his daughter, Isabelles, education fund.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangement.
Those wishing to email condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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My deepest sympathy Margie and family -may time heal the heart and memories fill the heart. Sending thoughts and prayers
We are so very sorry to hear of this, our thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this very difficult time. Our hearts are broken for you all….Gary was a great man.
One of the best men I knew. You were so loved and will be deeply missed.
This is the most heartbreaking news. Gary was one of those “wonder dads and husbands” who always had the biggest smile and giving heart! My deepest sympathy for the entire Struemph family who are treasured friends for life. Peace and comfort to you all. Love you!
Gary-you will be missed by so many! You were a true gentleman and the love you showed your family and friends was just so special. We will always love you
Darius, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother. Your family is in my prayers.
Margie, I am soooo sorry for you deep loss. I have been thinking of you, sweet lady and will be praying for you all.
This is very heartbreaking news, Gary was a caring loving family man, it was a honor to know him, he weill be greatly missed. Hugs and prayers to the entire Streumph family.
Kim and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you sweet friend.
Kim and family – I am so very sorry for your loss. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Sending prayers for peace and comfort. Heartbroken for you all….
It’s been years since we moved from Jeff City, but having Gary for a neighbor and Kim was a true joy. Gary was never seen without a smile, he didn’t know a stranger. Kim, my heart breaks for you and the kids, such a shock to hear this news. You are all in my prayers. Sending love and strength to each of you. May your faith carry you all through this dark time. Gary will continue to watch over you all, as he did so wonderfully. What a great man, who will be missed by many.
Kim ,its so unfair and I send all of you my deepest condolences. Darius, I am so sorry for your loss . I wish all of you to heal and pray for your strength and unity.
Kim our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Kim, I’m so sorry for your loss. I pray you and your family find peace and healing.
Kim I am so very sorry for your loss! Your whole family is in my thoughts and prayers! Hugs to all of you!
Kim,
I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Kim,
I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Kim, I’m very sorry for your loss. I’ll keep you and your children in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim, I’m sorry for your lost. I will be praying for you and your family
Kim , So sorry for your loss . We are praying for you and your family.
Nancy, Randy and Lena
Kim , So sorry for your loss . We are praying for you and your family.
Nancy, Randy and Lena
Kim and family, I am so very sorry for your loss! Lots of prayers for you all during this sad time. Thinking of you all!
Kim, I am in shock. I am so sorry to hear this. I will be lifting you and your family up in prayer. May God wrap his comforting arms around you. Love you friend
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Gary many years ago at the phone company. He was a great guy.
Thoughts and Prayers to the Struemph Family. I will miss speaking to Gary he was a great man. I am
Thoughts and Prayers to the Struemph Family. I will miss speaking to Gary he was a great man.. I work at home office Knights of Columbus.
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Words can not express our sorrow and grief we share with you during this time.
Kim you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. The Sheas
Dear Kim & Family:
Julie & I extend our deepest sympathy & love to you & your family at this very difficult time. We have nothing but beautiful memories of you and Gary; both of your smiles, joyfulness, & laughter, all over the country, and all over the world. God Bless all of you, and if there is anything we can do at this time, please let us know. Our prayers are with you all at this time. We loved Gary, and we will miss him.
Dear Kim & Family:
Julie & I extend our deepest sympathy & love to you & your family at this very difficult time. We have nothing but beautiful memories of you and Gary; both of your smiles, joyfulness, & laughter, all over the country, and all over the world. God Bless all of you, and if there is anything we can do at this time, please let us know. Our prayers are with you all at this time. We loved Gary, and we will miss him.
Dear Kim: It is with extreme sadness and shock that we heard of the passing of Gary. He was always a tremendous friend and we enjoyed sharing laughs with both of you on the K of C trips.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of grief.
Our prayers are with the Strump family during this difficult time. A true K of C brother wanting to help every Knight take care of their families. This gentleman will be dearly missed.
Kim, Our sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of gary from way up in alberta
Kim and family, our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers at this time of loss. May Gary rest in the peace of the Risen Lord
Dear Kim and Family. Maria and I wish to extend our deepest thoughts and prayers to you. Gary was a wonderful happy and sharing man to everyone. We will miss the times we all spent together on the General agent meetings and incentive trips. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. We love you guys and you will be in out thoughts for a long time to come. God Bless you and your family.
Dear Kim, Isabelle, and family, I am so sorry to hear about Gary. Your family is being lifted up in our thoughts and prayers. All of the band students and SJCS and the band students and teachers from the IPB band love you all and your family very much. God bless you all.
My Deepest condolences, Gary was great help in career and will be sorely missed.
Our sincere sympathy on Sir Knight GARY’s passing–we will remember him and all of you in our prayers and in our bereavement remebrances in our regular meeting. May God Grant Him Eternal Rest, and all of you consolation!
Sincerely, Sir Max Kaiser, Jr. chair Bereavement Committee ST. LOUIS, MO FOURTH DEGREE ASSEMBLY #565 Knights of Columbus
Our sincere sympathy on Sir Knight GARY’s passing–we will remember him and all of you in our prayers and in our bereavement remebrances in our regular meeting. May God Grant Him Eternal Rest, and all of you consolation!
Sincerely, Sir Max Kaiser, Jr. chair Bereavement Committee ST. LOUIS, MO FOURTH DEGREE ASSEMBLY #565 Knights of Columbus
Dear Kim, Natalie and family, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Gary was a wonderful, funny, hard-working man who will be greatly missed. Mia has fond memories of him driving the boat so that you girls could go tubing at the Lake! Hold tight to your memories, and may God bless you!!
Dear Kim, on behalf of the Helias Class of 1980, our prayers go out to you and the family. Gary will forever be in our hearts and remembered and a good and genuine man of God. His smile made many of us smile for years. His dedication to not only his work but also his family is an inspiration to us all. God Bless.
Gary literally touched thousands of lives in his service to the Knights of Columbus. His true calling was helping Catholic families secure a better future for themselves, their children and their grand children. He spent countless hours in the homes of our members and in training new agents to do the exact same thing. That will be his legacy!
Kim,
We are just sick hearing about your husband. He was a wonderful person and we know that he was one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your children. Let us know if there is anything we can do. We love you!
Kim,
We are just sick hearing about your husband. He was a wonderful person and we know that he was one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your children. Let us know if there is anything we can do. We love you!
Dear Kim, Kathy and I express our deepest sympathy for your loss. He brought value to my life in the very short time I knew Gary. We will keep you and your 5 children in our prayers.
Kim. Our deepest condolences. Gary was a special person who I enjoyed working with as he would always bring a smile to my face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Dear Kim & Family: Our hearts and thoughts are with you today. You have our prayers and love each and every day. Gary will always hold a special place in our hearts as a friend, Brother Knight and colleague. May God bless you and your family with love, peace and comfort.
Our Deepest Condolences to the Struemph Family. Gary was a pleasure to work with and always had the best for his clients. He will be truly missed. May you RIP and watch over your beautiful family. The Video of your Tribute really shows what a increditable man you were. We will miss talking / emailing you. God Bless You!
The Conversion/ Exchange Department – Home Office
Our Deepest Condolences to the Struemph Family. Gary was a pleasure to work with and always had the best for his clients. He will be truly missed. May you RIP and watch over your beautiful family. The Video of your Tribute really shows what a increditable man you were. We will miss talking / emailing you. God Bless You!
The Conversion/ Exchange Department – Home Office
Dear Kim & Family- No words can express how absolutely sad I was to hear this news. Your whole family is SUCH a treasure to the entire world…..I don’t think I ever saw Gary when he didn’t have a huge smile and kind word. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Love, Jane Tomich
Kim and Family, my deepest sympathy.
You all are in our thoughts & prayers.
Oh Kim, I have no words! My heart hurts for you and your family – Im so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts <3
Love from Iceland
Oh Kim, I have no words! My heart hurts for you and your family – Im so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts <3
Love from Iceland
Kim & Family We are deeply saddened at the news of Gary’s passing, and our hearts go out to you and your family. We are thankful for the time that we got to spend with you and Gary on trips and those many great opportunities to get to know you guys and have fun with you. We’ll always remember Gary as a great man who I looked up to as a leader in our business, and in watching that 25 minute video, I can tell he was a great family man as well. He will be missed.
The National Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors is sad to learn of Gary’s passing and extend our deepest sympathies.
Kim, having been away for two years, My wife, Carrie, and I just found out about Gary’s passing. I’m so sorry to hear about this. Gary was a fine man. He was an inspiration and truly set an example for me. Please know that Gary will be in our thoughts and prayers during this most Holy Season. God’s peace be with you and your family.
Oh Kim, I am so sorry for your loss. It makes my heart ache for you. Please know that we have your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Kim, We’ve always loved you guys. Please feel the prayers of all those praying for you. May God Bless you always and in all ways.
RIP Gary. His family has my deepset sympathy. Was a good customer of mine & a great guy.
Recently, I wondered why Gary wasn’t listed in the Knights of Columbus Insurance directory until I ran on to this. I am literally in shock. Gary traveled from Jeff City to Blue Springs to talk to our Knights of Columbus Council about the benefits of the insurance program. On behalf of the Fr. Fidelis Albrecht Council 6506, our deepest sympathy to the Struemph family. Gary will be greatly missed and we thank him for his time spent with us.
God Bless,
Mark E. Schollmeyer Past Grand Knight – Council 6506 Blue Springs, Missouri
Recently, I wondered why Gary wasn’t listed in the Knights of Columbus Insurance directory until I ran on to this. I am literally in shock. Gary traveled from Jeff City to Blue Springs to talk to our Knights of Columbus Council about the benefits of the insurance program. On behalf of the Fr. Fidelis Albrecht Council 6506, our deepest sympathy to the Struemph family. Gary will be greatly missed and we thank him for his time spent with us.
God Bless,
Mark E. Schollmeyer Past Grand Knight – Council 6506 Blue Springs, Missouri
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