Daniel Richard "Dick" Omer
March 24, 1938 ~ September 22, 2020
Daniel Richard “Dick” Omer, 82, of Jefferson City, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2020, at Oak Tree Villas.
Dick was born March 24, 1938, in Hannibal, Missouri, the son of the late Joseph Cannon and Rachael Lee (Hamilton) Omer. He grew up in Fayette, Missouri, with his sisters Margaret and Betty.
He graduated from Fayette High School where he was a standout athlete in basketball, baseball, and track. He then attended Central College in Fayette where he received his bachelor’s degree. He later earned his master’s degree in counseling from Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri.
He served his country in the United States Navy from 1960-1962. He was a computer operator stationed at the naval base in San Diego California.
He was united in marriage on July 14, 1961, in Fayette, Missouri, to Lonnie Kay Davis who preceded him in death on September 19, 2016.
Following his honorable discharge from the Navy, the married couple moved back to Missouri where Dick began working for State Farm in Columbia as a computer operator. In 1964, he became the high school basketball coach in Madison, Missouri, until 1969. He turned the basketball program around culminating in a 20-win season. During this time, Dick and Kay had 3 children: Danny, Greg, and Kari. The family then moved to Salisbury, Missouri, where Dick worked for the Salisbury School District as a guidance counselor and assistant basketball coach until 1976.
From 1976-1979 he worked in Chillicothe, Missouri, as a counselor for the Missouri State Vocational Rehabilitation District Office for special needs adults. The family moved in 1979 to Jefferson City where Dick worked for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in the Vocational Education -- Special Needs and Guidance Services unit until his retirement in 1999.
Dick enjoyed a wonderful marriage for over 55 years prior to the passing of his beloved wife, Lonnie Kay in 2016.
He was a member of First Christian Church in Fayette and attended Community Christian Church in Jefferson City. In his retirement, Dick served as a tour guide at the Missouri State Capitol. He was a member of the American Legion and the Masonic Lodge. He was also a proud St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan for his entire life. Dick was devoted and passionate about his family, and he sacrificed throughout his life so that his kids would have good educations and opportunities for success. He was also a loving grandfather for his 8 grandchildren, whom he adored.
Survivors include three children, Danny (Beth) Omer, Lees Summit, MO; Greg (Tracy) Omer, Labadie, MO; Kari Omer, Franklin, TN; eight grandchildren, Zach Omer, Olivia Omer, Joe Omer, Clay Bibby, Alayna Bibby, Susannah Bibby, Danielle Omer, Boone Omer; one sister, Margaret (Dale) Kiepe, Columbia; and four in-laws, Bud Estes, Columbia; Ruth Ann Welch, Jefferson City; Phyllis Detherow, Higbee; and Mike (Debbie) Davis, Higbee.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and a sister, Betty Estes.
Visitation will be 9-10 a.m. Saturday, September 26, 2020, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with Rev. Don Carter officiating.
Family and friend are invited to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Facial coverings are required while in attendance.
However, those who are concerned due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, are encouraged to stay home and remember the family in spirit. The service will be live streamed for those who wish to watch from home. The link can be found on Dick’s obituary page under Tribute Wall at www.dulletrimble.com.
Graveside service with military honors will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Center Cemetery in Center, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or to the American Cancer Society.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
Dick was born March 24, 1938, in Hannibal, Missouri, the son of the late Joseph Cannon and Rachael Lee (Hamilton) Omer. He grew up in Fayette, Missouri, with his sisters Margaret and Betty.
He graduated from Fayette High School where he was a standout athlete in basketball, baseball, and track. He then attended Central College in Fayette where he received his bachelor’s degree. He later earned his master’s degree in counseling from Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri.
He served his country in the United States Navy from 1960-1962. He was a computer operator stationed at the naval base in San Diego California.
He was united in marriage on July 14, 1961, in Fayette, Missouri, to Lonnie Kay Davis who preceded him in death on September 19, 2016.
Following his honorable discharge from the Navy, the married couple moved back to Missouri where Dick began working for State Farm in Columbia as a computer operator. In 1964, he became the high school basketball coach in Madison, Missouri, until 1969. He turned the basketball program around culminating in a 20-win season. During this time, Dick and Kay had 3 children: Danny, Greg, and Kari. The family then moved to Salisbury, Missouri, where Dick worked for the Salisbury School District as a guidance counselor and assistant basketball coach until 1976.
From 1976-1979 he worked in Chillicothe, Missouri, as a counselor for the Missouri State Vocational Rehabilitation District Office for special needs adults. The family moved in 1979 to Jefferson City where Dick worked for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in the Vocational Education -- Special Needs and Guidance Services unit until his retirement in 1999.
Dick enjoyed a wonderful marriage for over 55 years prior to the passing of his beloved wife, Lonnie Kay in 2016.
He was a member of First Christian Church in Fayette and attended Community Christian Church in Jefferson City. In his retirement, Dick served as a tour guide at the Missouri State Capitol. He was a member of the American Legion and the Masonic Lodge. He was also a proud St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan for his entire life. Dick was devoted and passionate about his family, and he sacrificed throughout his life so that his kids would have good educations and opportunities for success. He was also a loving grandfather for his 8 grandchildren, whom he adored.
Survivors include three children, Danny (Beth) Omer, Lees Summit, MO; Greg (Tracy) Omer, Labadie, MO; Kari Omer, Franklin, TN; eight grandchildren, Zach Omer, Olivia Omer, Joe Omer, Clay Bibby, Alayna Bibby, Susannah Bibby, Danielle Omer, Boone Omer; one sister, Margaret (Dale) Kiepe, Columbia; and four in-laws, Bud Estes, Columbia; Ruth Ann Welch, Jefferson City; Phyllis Detherow, Higbee; and Mike (Debbie) Davis, Higbee.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and a sister, Betty Estes.
Visitation will be 9-10 a.m. Saturday, September 26, 2020, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with Rev. Don Carter officiating.
Family and friend are invited to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Facial coverings are required while in attendance.
However, those who are concerned due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, are encouraged to stay home and remember the family in spirit. The service will be live streamed for those who wish to watch from home. The link can be found on Dick’s obituary page under Tribute Wall at www.dulletrimble.com.
Graveside service with military honors will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Center Cemetery in Center, Missouri.
Memorials are suggested to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or to the American Cancer Society.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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I worked with Dick at DESE for 20 years. He was a very kind man, I was lucky to have known him.
Mr. Omer was always so kind to myself and my parents. After his kids grew up and moved, he would tell me about what they were doing and about his grandchildren. You could see the pride and love in his eyes as he spoke of them. Prayers for Mr. Omer and his family!ߙϰߏ»
I was a guidance counselor at Jefferson City High School while Dick worked at DESE. He was such a good man with a great sense of humor, a practical approach to concerns and sincerely kind. I am saddened to learn of his passing.
We are sorry for the lost of our neighbor, Daniel. Sharing in your sadness as you remember him. Mary Smith, Linda Lauberth, and Heather
With heartfelt condolences,
Dan and family – Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Grandpa Omer was a wonderful man who helped raise an outstanding family. He will be remembered. Sending love and warm wishes.
Greg, Daniel and Kerry – So sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a very kind man. I always thought so much of him the way he was always there for your Mom and took such good care of her. Prayers for the Omer family in your time of remembering him. Jerry and Shirley Zbinden
Danny, Greg, and Kari: I want to extend my most sincere condolences to each of you. Your father was a wonderful person and I think he was a wonderful Dad. Phyllis and I were your next-door neighbors for over 20 years. We greatly admired your entire family. Your father was a terrific role model and I think each of you have demonstrated what that can mean. I recall the time that your parents watched our children for a few days while we were on a out of state business trip. Our children are currently between the ages of 40 and 50 but they still remember your Dad in a very complimentary way. John Heckemeyer
My apologies that I will not be able to attend the visitation or service. I worked with Dick at the Department. Dick was a kind and thoughtful person. In the mid 1980s Dick and I were assigned to promote and administer an at-risk youth program. We traveled together to various locations, so we had a lot of time to discuss all sorts of things. He was always focused on the kids and their success. He was excited about his own children and what they would become. We always stopped and talked after his retirement; whether it was at the Capitol when he was doing tours, at Walmart or a retiree function. He will be missed. My condolences. Don Eisinger
With love and hugs,
Going to the Omer house was always a pleasure thanks to the welcoming nature of Mr. and Mrs. Omer. Always kind, generous and ready to greet you with a smile. Sending thoughts and prayers to Greg, Danny, Kari and their families!
Barb and I want to extend our sincerest sympathy in the loss of your father. Coach Omer was my basketball coach for four years at Madison High School. He was a outstanding coach, great teacher and a fine gentleman. Your father earned the respect of every player at Madison because of the way he treated everyone with fairness and professionalism. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Johnnie Hoggatt