John Thomas Dawson
October 15, 1949 ~ August 1, 2025
Born in:
Sullivan, Missouri
Resided in:
California, Missouri
John Thomas “Jack” Dawson, 75, of California, Missouri, passed away peacefully Friday, August 1, 2025, at his residence.
He was born on October 15, 1949, in Sullivan, Missouri to James B. and Mildred (Fischer) Dawson.
Jack was a 1967 graduate of Owensville High School and went on to receive his bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri.
He was united in marriage on May 4, 1974, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jefferson City to Mary Kay Reinke who survives at the home.
Jack worked as a Jefferson City Police Officer and worked for the City of Jefferson managing Oak Hills Golf Center. Jack worked twenty-two years for the State of Missouri Department of Revenue until his retirement.
As a child, Jack grew up loving sports which continued through his entire life and continued with his grandchildren, who he was so proud of. It gave him the greatest joy and love to watch and talk about (maybe brag just a little) every game and activity the grandchildren did.
Jack’s greatest personal sporting accomplishment was playing for Midstate Oil Slow Pitch Softball Team. Midstate Oil were the State Champions 1974-1979. They were inducted into the 2010 Missouri Sports Hall of Fame on January 31, 2010, and inducted into the 2010 Missouri ASA Hall of Fame, Special Team Induction on February 20, 2010, for outstanding accomplishments and special dedication to the sport of softball.
Jack also had a love and talent for the golf game. He was always ready to give a helpful tip to other golfers. Jack went on to referee and umpire for different sporting games.
Survivors include his wife Mary Kay of fifty-one years; a son, James “Jim” (Stacia) Dawson, Linn; a daughter, Carrie (Brian) Roellig, California, Missouri; granddaughter, Ryleigh Roellig, grandson, Dawson Roellig, and granddaughter, Parker Roellig; a brother, James B. “Jim” (Polly) Dawson, Owensville; nieces, nephews, and cousins; a brother-in-law, David (Alice) Reinke, Camdenton, Missouri; and a dear friend, Bill Philbert.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Donna Dawson Leslie.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice, Jefferson City Boys and Girls Club, or Compassus Hospice Care.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City.trimblefunerals.com
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Dear Mary Kay and Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. ❤️
Sincerely,
Kenny and Joyce Finke
Sincerely,
Wendy Scheulen
Mary Kay, Jim, Carrie, and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love you so much,
Darla and John Noble
Carrie,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. I remember him from back in my Jr. golf days. I will pray for you and your family during this hard time.
Mary Kay
I am so sorry for your loss, You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days
Steve Burks
So sorry to read about your loss in the newspaper. I’m keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Kay and family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Jack. He was a great guy and an amazing athlete. My husband played softball teams with Jack. I worked many years with him also. Prayers for your family during this sad time. Sincerely, Bill and Brenda Kuensting
mit großer Betroffenheit haben wir vom Tod von Jack erfahren.
In dieser schweren Zeit möchten wir Euch unser herzliches Beileid und tiefes Mitgefühl aussprechen.
Wir wünschen Euch viel Kraft, Trost und Zusammenhalt in der Familie.
Möge die Erinnerung an die vielen schönen gemeinsamen Jahre Euch Stärke geben und in der Trauer auch ein Licht der Dankbarkeit leuchten lassen.
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