David Terry Broeker
January 26, 1948 ~ October 30, 2021
David Terry Broeker, 73, of Jefferson City, passed away Saturday, October 30, 2021, at St. Joseph Bluffs.
He was born January 26, 1948, in Hermann, Missouri, the son of Harvey William and Mabel Kay (Langenberg) Broeker.
David was a graduate of Linn High School and received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Central Missouri with a double major in Political Science and Criminal Justice Administration.
He was united in marriage on November 23, 1985, at Central United Church of Christ in Jefferson City to Doris Ann Modelski who survives at the home.
David worked most of his career in the political field. He worked as a Campaign Manager and Coordinator several times, was a Government Transition Officer, Deputy Commissioner for the Missouri Department of Agriculture, Assistant to Governor Kit Bond, Senior Vice President of Preferred Dental Health Plans of Missouri, Assistant to State Auditors Kit Bond, Jim Antonio and Margaret Kelly, and former Director of the Missouri Division of Professional Registration under Governor Matt Blunt. Following his retirement from politics, he owned and operated DB Distribution Company and was the State Director of License Offices for Alternative Opportunities.
He served on the City of Jefferson Police Personnel Advisory Board, was a member of the Jefferson City Sunrise Optimist Club where he served as Vice President and President, he served as both President and Vice President of the University of Central Missouri National Alumni Association Board of Directors and was a member of the Linn Masonic Lodge #326, AF&AM.
David received the Optimist of the Year award, Outstanding Young Men in America award, Outstanding Young Civic Leader award, and was a National Delegate for the Secretary of Health and Human Services to the White House Conference on Aging.
He is survived by his wife, Doris Broeker, Jefferson City; son, Bart Broeker; two daughters, Katie (Scott) Wilbers, Jefferson City; Sarah Kay (Chris) Ison, Blue Springs, MO; three grandchildren, Dakota Broeker, Avery Wilbers, Aiden Wilbers; brother, Jim (Arlene) Broeker, Linn; sister-in-law, Linda Modelski; niece, Kristin Modelski, nephew, William Modelski; and his beloved granddog, Sophie Joe.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, November 5, 2021, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be 12 p.m. Friday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with Deacon Ed Stroesser officiating.
Entombment will be in Resurrection Catholic Mausoleum.
Memorials are suggested to David’s family in care of Doris Broeker. Cards and monetary donations can be mailed to Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home, 3210 North Ten Mile Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109.
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.
He was born January 26, 1948, in Hermann, Missouri, the son of Harvey William and Mabel Kay (Langenberg) Broeker.
David was a graduate of Linn High School and received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Central Missouri with a double major in Political Science and Criminal Justice Administration.
He was united in marriage on November 23, 1985, at Central United Church of Christ in Jefferson City to Doris Ann Modelski who survives at the home.
David worked most of his career in the political field. He worked as a Campaign Manager and Coordinator several times, was a Government Transition Officer, Deputy Commissioner for the Missouri Department of Agriculture, Assistant to Governor Kit Bond, Senior Vice President of Preferred Dental Health Plans of Missouri, Assistant to State Auditors Kit Bond, Jim Antonio and Margaret Kelly, and former Director of the Missouri Division of Professional Registration under Governor Matt Blunt. Following his retirement from politics, he owned and operated DB Distribution Company and was the State Director of License Offices for Alternative Opportunities.
He served on the City of Jefferson Police Personnel Advisory Board, was a member of the Jefferson City Sunrise Optimist Club where he served as Vice President and President, he served as both President and Vice President of the University of Central Missouri National Alumni Association Board of Directors and was a member of the Linn Masonic Lodge #326, AF&AM.
David received the Optimist of the Year award, Outstanding Young Men in America award, Outstanding Young Civic Leader award, and was a National Delegate for the Secretary of Health and Human Services to the White House Conference on Aging.
He is survived by his wife, Doris Broeker, Jefferson City; son, Bart Broeker; two daughters, Katie (Scott) Wilbers, Jefferson City; Sarah Kay (Chris) Ison, Blue Springs, MO; three grandchildren, Dakota Broeker, Avery Wilbers, Aiden Wilbers; brother, Jim (Arlene) Broeker, Linn; sister-in-law, Linda Modelski; niece, Kristin Modelski, nephew, William Modelski; and his beloved granddog, Sophie Joe.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Friday, November 5, 2021, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be 12 p.m. Friday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with Deacon Ed Stroesser officiating.
Entombment will be in Resurrection Catholic Mausoleum.
Memorials are suggested to David’s family in care of Doris Broeker. Cards and monetary donations can be mailed to Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home, 3210 North Ten Mile Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109.
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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Love you Sarah Kay, praying for you and your family. Love you Ronald and Susan
I want to express my deepest sympathy to David’s family and friends. While growing up in Hope, MO, David and I were best friends. We spent hours playing, imagining, creating and exploring. We even created and presented an evening of entertainment for the entire community at the Hope School. The money we collected went to a children’s home in Grundy, Virginia. Looking back, I realize that those experiences gave us confidence in front of groups and helped us develop leadership skills that would be invaluable in our professional careers. I am grateful for our friendship and join in celebrating David’s life. Grace and peace …Don Hilkerbaumer
Sarah Kay, I want to take your pain away, I wish I could ߘ¥ My heart hurts for you. Sending love to you and Chris and all your family . I am so sorry. ߒ” Lisa and Sammy
My heart aches for you and your family. May God grant David eternal peace and may he rest knowing how loved he is. Richard and Connie
My sincere sympathy. David was a good friend from elementary and high school. Bonnie Baker
David was a person of Service and Friendship throughout his Life. His Public Governmental positions exemplified leadership skills and a brilliant mind finding resolutions to problems while inspiring many others to higher achievement levels. David will be remembered for his gifts of counsel and assistance to those needing help. He loved his Family and Community and will be very missed. I was fortunate to know him from LHS days (Linn) and in the Halls of the MO State Capitol Bldg (Governor Kit Bond and beyond) where often we’d pass/have brief exchanges. I extend sincere condolences to Doris and his entire Family.
Always in our memories
Dear Sarah & Chris, We are so very sorry for your loss. We love you both and will be praying for peace and comfort .
My thoughts are with all of you today. David was a wonderful husband, father, and friend. , and will greatly missed by many. Love to you, Molly T.
Our hearts and prayers are with you Skip and Eva Rich
Our deepest sympathy
With our deepest sympathies- Morgan and Jessica Mundell
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am very sorry for your loss. My memories of Dave go back over 50 years. We attended Central Missouri State University together and shared most meals together in the dining hall in our residence center for several years. He was one of our “group of 6” and we enjoyed each other’s company. Even though we have not seen each other for years, just the mention of his name brings a smile to my face. Dave was a groomsman in our wedding in August of 1970. May he Rest In Peace. Don Erhardt
We are so sorry for your loss.
MIke and I were saddened to hear of David’s passing. So sorry for your loss. Know he will always be close with you in your memories. Bridget(Strope)Parkhurst-Linn High class of‘66 And Mike Parkhurst.
As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of David Broeker. Sending you ALL of our love and prayers during this time.
Doris, Sarah Kay & Family: Thinking of you all through this tough time and you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy to all of Dave’s family. Dave and I became friends at Linn High School and this continued through college and professional life. Even during college Dave’s dedication and work ethic was astounding. For instance in the summer of 1968 Dave and I handed out campaign literature in a small community in Osage County. Dave noted before we started that the candidate would probably only receive a vote or two from that town. Dave still insisted we work all afternoon going door to door in the summer heat. The candidate ended up getting one vote – but Dave was not upset – just satisfied that we did our job. This work ethic combined with his integrity and ability to communicate served Dave well throughout his life. Our friendship over the years was priceless. I am grateful for our friendship and join in the celebration of Dave’s life. Thoughts and prayers – Terry and Billie Sue Lytton
David’s energy, enthusiasm and creativity made work less stressful and more joyful in our capitol years working together. I hope you will find comfort in knowing that David was admired by many. My sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family during this time of sadness.
Doris-Tammy and I offer our deepest condolences to you and the family. I have so many wonderful memories of Dave and my introduction to political campaigning and governance going back to May of 1980. Thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.
I am saddened to hear of David’s death. Dave was one of the first people to welcome my family to Jefferson City in 1971. He and my husband,Jake Wolf were working together on the Bond campaign at the time. They became friends and enjoyed working together. They had many laughs and I loved hearing their stories. I remember Dave’s marvelous humor and warm sunny disposition. He was so young and enthusiastic. Thinking of you and your family.
Doris and family, just learned of David’s passing this evening. Remembering all the campaigns and toils of the 1st Bond years in the 70s. Above it all and for decades afterward, Dave was the epitome of a loyal public servant. A model for these times! SAILING AWAY, From the peaceful port I watch a ship As it sets out to sea. It spreads it’s sails and sniffs the breeze And slips away from me. I watch the fading image shrink, As it moves on and on, Until at last it’s but a speck, Then someone says “It’s gone!” Gone where? Gone only from our sight, And from our farewell cries; On a journey somewhere to reappear, To other’s eager eyes! Beyond the dim horizon’s rim Resound the welcome horns and drums, And while we’re crying “There he goes!” They’re shouting “Here he comes!” We’re sure to cruise for but a while Upon life’s trackless sea, Until one day, we sail away, To serene infinity.
Doris, I just learned of David’s passing!!! So sorry! David and I rode the school bus together for all our grade school years and through high school! He was a very close friend! I am so saddened by his passing! We were 1966 graduates of Linn High School! Always loved seeing him at class reunions!! Again, condolences to family !!! friend all of those years and a
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