LOUIS HENRY HENTGES
August 9, 1917 ~ September 14, 2012
Louis Henry Hentges, 95, of Jefferson City, died Friday, September 14, 2012, at his residence surrounded by his family.
He was born on August 9, 1917, in Cole County, the son of the late Henry Charles and Josephine Margaret (Distler) Hentges.
He was united in marriage on September 28,1943, in St. Martins, to Marie Margaret Meller who resides at the home.
Louis was a farmer and was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church.
Louis enjoyed cutting wood up to the age of 94 years old.
Other survivors include: four children, Marilyn Hagerman, Columbia; Harold (Cecilia) Hentges, Jefferson City; Cecilia (Kenneth) Rademan, Koeltztown; Henry (Rita) Hentges, Freeburg; 14 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Brondel; and one sister-in-law, Jo Ann Hentges.
He was also preceded in death by a great-grandson, Matthew Wadley; and three brothers, Clarence, Cletus, and Sylvester Hentges.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 12 Noon Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at St. Martin Catholic Church with the Rev. Edwin A Schmidt officiating.
Burial will be in St. Martin Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Monday at St. Martin Catholic Church with a prayer service at 3:30 p.m. Additional visitation will be 11 a.m. to 12 Noon Tuesday at the church.
Memorials are suggested to the St. Martin School Building Fund, 7206 St. Martins Ave, Jefferson City, Mo 65109.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born on August 9, 1917, in Cole County, the son of the late Henry Charles and Josephine Margaret (Distler) Hentges.
He was united in marriage on September 28,1943, in St. Martins, to Marie Margaret Meller who resides at the home.
Louis was a farmer and was a member of St. Martin Catholic Church.
Louis enjoyed cutting wood up to the age of 94 years old.
Other survivors include: four children, Marilyn Hagerman, Columbia; Harold (Cecilia) Hentges, Jefferson City; Cecilia (Kenneth) Rademan, Koeltztown; Henry (Rita) Hentges, Freeburg; 14 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary Brondel; and one sister-in-law, Jo Ann Hentges.
He was also preceded in death by a great-grandson, Matthew Wadley; and three brothers, Clarence, Cletus, and Sylvester Hentges.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 12 Noon Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at St. Martin Catholic Church with the Rev. Edwin A Schmidt officiating.
Burial will be in St. Martin Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Monday at St. Martin Catholic Church with a prayer service at 3:30 p.m. Additional visitation will be 11 a.m. to 12 Noon Tuesday at the church.
Memorials are suggested to the St. Martin School Building Fund, 7206 St. Martins Ave, Jefferson City, Mo 65109.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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I just heard from my brother Scott of Uncle Louis passing. So sorry for your loss–he had a good long life. I won’t be able to drive up from Houston for the service, but know all of you are in my heart and prayers. Cousin Jim
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Louie’s passing. I would give anything to be able to come for his funeral, but I cannot get away. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love to you, Aunt Marie.
Marilyn, Orville and I want to let you know how sorry we are over the loss of your father. We know what a heartbreak this is for you and your family. We also know that time will work its miracle to lessen your sadness and pain and that these feelings will be replaced by your many warm and loving memories of your dad. May God bless you always. Dottie & Orville
what a celebration there must be on the other side! we send our love–jack and susen
We were very impressed with Mr. Hentges when we met him. He was friendly and outgoing and we can see where Harry gets his charm. Our sincere condolences to the whole family from the Valdez family in New Mexico.