Michael Scott Welschmeyer
August 27, 1982 ~ May 3, 2025
Born in:
Jefferson City, MO
Resided in:
Jefferson City, MO
Michael Scott Welschmeyer, 42, of Westphalia, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025, due to injuries sustained in a UTV accident.
He was born on August 27, 1982, in Jefferson City, to Donald “Duck” and Darlene Casilda (Kempker) Welschmeyer.
He was a 2000 graduate of Fatima High School.
He was united in marriage on October 8, 2016, in Folk, to Jennifer Lynn Sellers who resides at the home.
Michael worked as a correctional officer for the State of Missouri Department of Corrections and later became a maintenance supervisor there.
Michael was an outdoorsman and enjoyed golf, disc golf, fishing, hunting and mowing grass. He also was a big fan of NASCAR Racing and watching the Cincinnati Bengals football team. His favorite times were with his family.
Survivors include his wife, Jennifer; three children, Haleigh (fiancé, Jack Lowe) Nelson, Pleasant Hill; Sam Sellers, Owensville; and Audrey Sellers, Westphalia; one grandson, Bo John Michael Lowe; grandmother, Rose Kempker, Westphalia; mother and father-in-law, Ivan and Vicki Bock, Owensville; aunts and uncles, Diane (Raymond) Morgan, Folk; David Kempker, Folk; Dwayne (Tanya) Kempker, Folk; Doris West, Freeburg; Donna Kesel, Folk; Delores (Lynn) Kempker, Folk; Danny Welschmeyer, Colorado; Debbie (Susie) White, Jefferson City; Kevin (Cindy) Schulte, Owensville; and Patty (Randy) Stratman, Rolla.
He was preceded in death by his parents; maternal grandfather, Virgil Kempker; and his paternal grandparents, Edward and Marie Welschmeyer; and aunts and uncles, Deborah Thompson, Daniel Kempker, and Dawn Ramos.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Trimble Funeral Homes – Westphalia with a prayer service at 3:30 p.m.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Folk, with the Rev. Dylan Schrader, officiating.
Burial will be in St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the wishes of the family.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Westphalia. trimblefunerals.com.
Services
Visitation: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Trimble Funeral Homes - Westphalia
1941 Highway 63
Westphalia, Missouri 65085
Funeral Service: Thursday, May 8, 2025 10:00 am
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
255 Highway EE
Folk, Missouri 65085
Burial: Thursday, May 8, 2025 11:00 am
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Cemetery
255 Hwy EE
Westphalia, Missouri 65085
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He loved his family fiercely, and I know Jennifer and the kids were the light of his life. My deepest condolences go out to them and to all who were lucky enough to know him.
Mike wasn’t just my coworker—he was my brother in the trenches. I will miss him more than words can say, but I carry his spirit with me, and I know so many others will too.
Rest easy, Mike. Love ❤️ you man.
Mike is one of my customers at the break time in Taos. I can say the man always has a smile on his face and is always in a good mood. He will definitely be missed by all of us. Praying for his family and friends.
I am so sorry to hear about this. He was such a a pleasant man to talk with when I went around JCCC talking to staff and inmates. One day at the back gate we visited at length about his work and that he had worked with my brother in the past. I am praying for his family, friends, and all who loved him. Remember Matthew 5:4
So sorry to hear about the loss of your family member he will be missed
Mike was more than just a work friend—he was a steady presence and a good man. I’ll always remember the way he joked around in the lunch area, bringing laughter to even the hardest days. He had a sharp wit and a straightforward way about him that you couldn’t help but respect. But beyond the jokes, what stood out most was that you could always count on Mike. If you needed help, he was there—no questions, no hesitation. He didn’t just talk about doing the right thing—he lived it. I’ll miss those moments of laughter, his honesty, and the quiet strength he
Kevin and I wish to send our condolences to Mike’s family. Mike had a great sense of humor and was a fun guy to talk with. He will be missed. Rest in peace Mike.