Kenneth Laurence Kuebler

September 22, 1944 ~ July 3, 2023
Kenneth Laurence Kuebler of Jefferson City, MO, died unexpectedly on July 3, 2023, at his home at the age of 78.
Ken was born on September 22, 1944, in Jefferson City, MO, the son of the late Leo and Irene Kuebler.
He married Donna Wegman on August 27, 1966, in Jefferson City, MO, at Immaculate Conception Church.
Ken graduated from Helias High School in 1962. While in college, Ken was drafted into service and proudly served three years as an officer in the US Army. After he returned to civilian life, he attended Missouri S&T where he earned his Master’s degree in Computer Science.
After graduation, Ken accepted a position at ACF (American Car & Foundry) in St. Charles, MO, as a systems analyst. He then accepted a position at the University of Missouri-Columbia Extension for the larger university system. Ken retired in 2008 after spending 23 years at the Missouri Hospital Association where he served as Executive Vice President of HIDI (Hospital Industry Data Institute).
Throughout his life, Ken served others. Whether dragging a little league baseball field, serving on parish councils, or helping a neighbor build a deck, Ken showed up. Ken was an active member of the Cathedral of St. Joseph and the Knights of Columbus and was a proud member of the Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity.
He volunteered considerable time as a fundraiser for the Helias High School Foundation. Ken enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and had a passion for golf and working outside.
Ken is survived by his wife, Donna Kuebler, Jefferson City; two sons, Bruce (Molly) Kuebler, Wildwood, MO; and Kevin (Bonnie) Kuebler, Bloomington, IL; daughter, Michelle (Frank) Cuervo, Wheaton, IL; six grandchildren, Adam (Alexus) Kuebler, Jane (Gered) Bales, Barry Kuebler, Michael Kuebler, Clare Marie Kuebler, and Nathan Cuervo; one great-grandchild, Sadie Bales; two sisters, Pat (AJ) Heimericks and Carol (Roger) Zink; and a brother, Wayne (Sue) Kuebler.
Visitation will be held Friday, July 7, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City with a prayer service at 3:15 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, July 8, at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Joseph with the Rev. Louis Nelen officiating.
Burial with military honors will be in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Cathedral of St. Joseph or Helias High School Foundation.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
Dear Donna, Bruce, Kevin and Michelle; I am so very sorry for the sudden loss of Ken. Have been thinking of you all during this time. I am unable to make the trip due to a prior commitment. I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers!! God bless each of you!!!
Donna,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I still can’t believe it. We had alot of good times at the old Cow House together but that was a half century ago. Ken was one of a kind and we cleaned alot of floors together in all (3) fraternity houses. He helped win alot of intramural football games for the PKT house. God rest his soul and give you strength to forge on. Will keep all of you in my prayers. See you Saturday.
OMgosh, what a sweet and kind man
Donna & family, our hearts go out to you
May our Brother RIP and be welcomed to paradise with a hug from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Let those left behind receive peace and comfort as we know we all will see him again one day. As a brother of PKT, may he always be remembered.
Kenneth was truly an incredible inspiration to those of us who knew him at church. His smile and warm greetings gave me peace in my soul. He was very respectful of our Catholic faith and carried his suffering well. Truly a class leader and a great person. He will be missed. Blessed Mother welcome him home.
Mike & Carol Tegethoff Family has purchased Tranquil White Lillies Basket for Kenneth Kuebler
Doug, Alison, Connor & Claire has purchased Loving Embrace for Kenneth Kuebler
UIC Baseball has purchased Sincerest Condolences Basket for Kenneth Kuebler
Ken will be missed by many. He always tried to teach and inspire his co-workers, and make us smile. 🙏
Prayers for peace that surpasses all understanding. Dear lord we pray for the Kuebler family and ask that you hold them in your loving arms, filling their minds and thoughts with memories of love and laughter in abundance.
I met Ken while I was teaching at Columbia College as a Computer Information System teacher in the 1990s. He was a member of a local professional computer club that I would bring my students to. Ken was a very impressive person. I was impressed with his computer knowledge and his kindness to me and my CIS students. I am so sorry for your loss. May our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you at this time of grief.
Ken led an inspirational life. He was unfailingly kind and fun to be with. He had a meaningful career of leadership and was respected by those he helped and those with whom he worked. We join others in celebrating a life well-lived. We will miss his friendship, but will long remember it. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort go out to Donna, Michelle, Bruce, Kevin and Ken’s other loved ones.