Thomas “Tom” William Stout, 72, of Jefferson City, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Boone Hospital Center in Columbia. 

He was born July 18, 1952, in Jefferson City the son of William and Katherine (Vogel) Stout. 

Tom was united in marriage to Lynn Ann Stout on June 18, 1969, at the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City.  She preceded him in death on November 11, 2020. 

He graduated from Jefferson City High School in 1970 and later attended Capital Business College.

Tom served his country in the Missouri National Guard.

Tom worked in the food and hospitality service most of his life. He was the owner of LaCasa Restaurant on Missouri Blvd.  He was also a district manager for Hardees, Food Service Manager for the Missouri Department of Corrections, provided meal service at the Governor’s Mansions, and assisted with many Eagles Club events. 

He was a member of the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City, member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2693 where he served as the secretary for many years, member of the American Legion Post 5, member of the Elks Lodge 513, and a member of the Knights of Columbus. 

Tom showed his love through his cooking and his legendary Stout Margaritas. He and his loved ones competed and won many cooking competitions, including BBQ with Smokin T’s BBQ, chicken wing, and guacamole competitions. 

He loved fishing and being at the lake house “Margaritaville” with his family and friends. He also enjoyed golf, traveling, and spending time with friends at the Eagles Club.  He was also famous for winning Rod’s golf challenge and being featured on Rod’s Big Ole Fish.

Survivors include two sons, Chris Stout (Lisa Chattin) of Jefferson City, Scott Stout (Kristin) of St. Martins; six grandchildren, Kassandra Stout Cunningham (Harrison), Elijah Stout, Sophia Stout, Shia Stout, Korbin Fisher, Maddox Fisher; two great-grandchildren, Sanford Cunningham and Georgia Cunningham; two brothers, Chuck Stout (Sherri), Raytown, MO; Jim Stout, Jefferson City; and a sister, Patty Milosovioh (Mark), Lee’s Summit, Mo and extended family and close friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife. 

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses for their compassion and care for our dad, papa, brother and friend.

Visitation will be 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City.  Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. with Rev. Stephen Jones officiating.

Burial will be in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. 

Memorials are suggested to the Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship Fund. 

Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com