CELESTINE ELIZABETH "SALLY" BURE
April 7, 1927 ~ July 21, 2012
Celestine Elizabeth Sally Bure, 85, of Westphalia died Saturday, July 21, 2012, in Westphalia.
She was born April 7, 1927, in Westphalia, the daughter of the late Henry Martin and Mary Elizabeth (Schwartz) Bock.
She was united in marriage on August 22, 1959, in Westphalia, to Joseph George Bure who preceded her in death on September 5, 1991.
A homemaker for 53 years, Sally also had worked for Tweedie Shoe Factory in Jefferson City.
She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Westphalia where she led the Rosary; and was a member of the Ladies Sodality and 50 Plus Club. Sally helped cook for church picnics, funeral luncheons, weddings, and other various functions for many years. She also helped to drive people to doctors appointments and was known for her angel food cakes.
Survivors include: five children, Theresa (Ken) Schaefer, Lohman; Linda (Brad) Harris, Jefferson City; Mary (Dan) Knaebel, Westphalia; Doris (Scott) Jenkins, Eugene; John (Laura) Bure, Sharpsburg, Ga.; fourteen grandchildren, Meghan Schaefer, Matthew Schaefer, Mason Schaefer, Weston Harris, Julie Harris, Adam Knaebel, Emily Knaebel, Jacob Knaebel, Gregory Jenkins, Erica Jenkins, Evan Jenkins, Halle Jenkins, Christina Bure, Cassandra Bure; and two siblings, Raymond Bock, Westphalia; and Jean (Wilfred) Kempker, Westphalia.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Alphonse Bock and Tony Bock.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 26, 2012, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Westphalia, with the Rev. Mark S. Smith, officiating.
Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with a prayer service at 3:30 p.m.
Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, P.O. Box 116, Westphalia, Mo 65085; or to St. Joseph Catholic School, 123 East Main Street, P.O. Box 205, Westphalia, Mo 65085.
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.
She was born April 7, 1927, in Westphalia, the daughter of the late Henry Martin and Mary Elizabeth (Schwartz) Bock.
She was united in marriage on August 22, 1959, in Westphalia, to Joseph George Bure who preceded her in death on September 5, 1991.
A homemaker for 53 years, Sally also had worked for Tweedie Shoe Factory in Jefferson City.
She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Westphalia where she led the Rosary; and was a member of the Ladies Sodality and 50 Plus Club. Sally helped cook for church picnics, funeral luncheons, weddings, and other various functions for many years. She also helped to drive people to doctors appointments and was known for her angel food cakes.
Survivors include: five children, Theresa (Ken) Schaefer, Lohman; Linda (Brad) Harris, Jefferson City; Mary (Dan) Knaebel, Westphalia; Doris (Scott) Jenkins, Eugene; John (Laura) Bure, Sharpsburg, Ga.; fourteen grandchildren, Meghan Schaefer, Matthew Schaefer, Mason Schaefer, Weston Harris, Julie Harris, Adam Knaebel, Emily Knaebel, Jacob Knaebel, Gregory Jenkins, Erica Jenkins, Evan Jenkins, Halle Jenkins, Christina Bure, Cassandra Bure; and two siblings, Raymond Bock, Westphalia; and Jean (Wilfred) Kempker, Westphalia.
She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Alphonse Bock and Tony Bock.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, July 26, 2012, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Westphalia, with the Rev. Mark S. Smith, officiating.
Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church with a prayer service at 3:30 p.m.
Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church, P.O. Box 116, Westphalia, Mo 65085; or to St. Joseph Catholic School, 123 East Main Street, P.O. Box 205, Westphalia, Mo 65085.
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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John my deepest condolence to you and family.
Theresa and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope happy memories help you through this sad time.
John, I’m so sorry to hear. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
JohnI was so saddened to hear of you mothers death. My sincere regret for you and your families loss. “Proud a Mother is, when the legacy she leaves behind, reflectd through her children, shines forth a better day.”
John – I’m so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this sad time.
Linda, Brad and family. Sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences on your loss. My prayers to you and your family this week.
So sorry for your families loss.
Linda and family: I can say I know how you feel because I lost my Mother a few short months ago. No matter how long we have them it is never enough time. Have you and your family in my prayers.
Theresa, Linda, Mary, Doris, John, and families – We give you our deepest and heartfelt sympathy. Your Mom was an amazing person and someone we thought very highly of. Like you all, we too will miss her very much but please take comfort in knowing that she is in heaven and at peace. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers!
We are all thinking of you here in Arkansas. My heart just breaks for you for your sudden loss. She was a wonderful person who will not be forgotten. Love you all. Debbie
Dear Cousins: I am so sorry for the loss of your precious mother. She was such a sweetheart. Debbie and I are so happy that we were able to see her at her recent birthday party. What a blessing it was for us to be with all of you. Aunt Sally was a very special lady and was so loved by all of us. My mother was especially fond of her and always found her to be very genuine and kind. Please accept our prayers and condolences. Love, Margie and Anthony Bastolla