RANDY LEN MEHRLE
June 25, 1955 ~ October 5, 2012
Randy Len Mehrle, 57, of Jefferson City, died Friday, October 5, 2012, at Landmark Hospital in Columbia.
He was born on June 25, 1955, in Cape Girardeau, Mo., the son of John Frederick, Jr., and Wanda Jean Nina Mae Smith Mehrle who survive in Cape Girardeau.
He was married on October 6, 1979, in Cape Girardeau to Donna Joann Dickerson who survives at the home.
Mr. Mehrle was a 1973 graduate of Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau, and a 1979 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University.
He retired in 2008 as a computer science expert with the Jefferson City Public School System where he had been employed for twenty-nine years.
He was an active member of First United Methodist Church, its Joy Bell Choir, television ministry, and audio-visual services. He enjoyed boating, camping, and the Joy Small Community.
Other survivors include one son, Andrew Mehrle, Jefferson City; one sister, Jennifer (Bart) Byrum, Jackson, Mo.; one niece, Samantha (Scott) Locke, Colorado Springs, Colo.; four nephews, Jesse Dickerson, Springfield, Mo.; and Landon Byrum, Trenton Byrum, and Mason Byrum, all of Jackson, Mo.; his mother-in-law, Hazel Dickerson, Butler, Mo.; and two brothers-in-law, Paul (Susie) Dickerson, Springfield, Mo.; and Dennis Dickerson and his friend, Jackie, Butler, Mo.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Donald C. Dickerson.
Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Daniel P. Hilty officiating.
Burial will be at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery in Cape Girardeau.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, October 9th, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home, 3210 N. Ten Mile Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109.
Memorials are suggested to First United Methodist Church Bell Choir, 201 Monroe Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101; or National Kidney Foundation Finance Department, 30 East Thirty-third Street, New York, NY 10016.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born on June 25, 1955, in Cape Girardeau, Mo., the son of John Frederick, Jr., and Wanda Jean Nina Mae Smith Mehrle who survive in Cape Girardeau.
He was married on October 6, 1979, in Cape Girardeau to Donna Joann Dickerson who survives at the home.
Mr. Mehrle was a 1973 graduate of Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau, and a 1979 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University.
He retired in 2008 as a computer science expert with the Jefferson City Public School System where he had been employed for twenty-nine years.
He was an active member of First United Methodist Church, its Joy Bell Choir, television ministry, and audio-visual services. He enjoyed boating, camping, and the Joy Small Community.
Other survivors include one son, Andrew Mehrle, Jefferson City; one sister, Jennifer (Bart) Byrum, Jackson, Mo.; one niece, Samantha (Scott) Locke, Colorado Springs, Colo.; four nephews, Jesse Dickerson, Springfield, Mo.; and Landon Byrum, Trenton Byrum, and Mason Byrum, all of Jackson, Mo.; his mother-in-law, Hazel Dickerson, Butler, Mo.; and two brothers-in-law, Paul (Susie) Dickerson, Springfield, Mo.; and Dennis Dickerson and his friend, Jackie, Butler, Mo.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Donald C. Dickerson.
Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Daniel P. Hilty officiating.
Burial will be at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery in Cape Girardeau.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, October 9th, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home, 3210 N. Ten Mile Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109.
Memorials are suggested to First United Methodist Church Bell Choir, 201 Monroe Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101; or National Kidney Foundation Finance Department, 30 East Thirty-third Street, New York, NY 10016.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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on behalf of Ruth and Sarah, we all extend our deepest sympathies and prayers to Donna, Andrew and the entire family. We cherish the years together in Jefferson City.
We were very sorry to hear this. I, and several at our company, Keystone Information Systems, had the pleasure of working with Randy for many years of his service to the Jefferson City Public Schools. Our deepest condolences to his family.– Judd Van Dervort and friends at Keystone
Donna, So sorry to hear about Randy’s passing. Our prayers are with you and Andrew and family during this difficult time. May God’s strength and comfort surround you all.
Cont – It was Randy who told me I would be good at a job @ JCPS. I took his word for it & I got the job. That was 2007 and I’ve been there since. If it weren’t for him, I would have never known about it. Please know that I think the world of Randy & he will be so missed. Thank you for sharing him with us! God bless you both, Vickie Wieberg
Dear Donna & Andrew, I was saddened to learn of the loss of your husband & father & my thoughts & prayers are with you. I was catching up on my Sunday paper when I was shocked by this news. I have SO MANY fond memories of Randy. So many stories, so many tings that he taught me. Randy was so many things, he was funny, he could be very witty, he was intelligent, he was a wonderful advocate of his health, he was a faithful man, above all, he was a FAMILY MAN. I spent MANY EVENINGS with Randy – 3 a week, for MANY YEARS – you, Andrew and you, Donna, are his proudest accomplishments – his fsmily! I’ll never forget him bringing in your wedding photo & how buff & young & handsome he was – we would tease him & tell him how HOT he was. He would SMILE. Randy had the nicest smile. Randy dealt with a chronic illness but didn’t want it to define him. He wanted his family & his faith to do that. And, he was tough & smart. He learned how to live a full life with the cards he had been dealt. He worked all day & came to dialysis for 4 hours after work, more if he needed, he wanted to be at home with his family but he did what he had to do. He understood his big picture. He defied every expectation. HE set the standard higher, HE was always my dialysis success story to anyone who was new to it or afraid. Randy led the way. I will treasure those evenings @ the clinic. I have always treasured them – Randy, Ron, Sam, Tyronne, Tracey & I and POPCORN FRIDAYS!! I will miss him. I have missed him. It was Randy that called me for the job that I have now with JCPS. He thought I would be good at it. I took his
Donna and Family,My sincerest and most heartfelt condolences are sent to you at this time. While I can’t be there with you in person, please know my heart and spirit are there. May God provide you comfort by surrounding you with supportive family members and friends.Edwin
Donna, so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family
Donna,I am so sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Dearest Donna, Mike and I really enjoyed Randy when you visited our home. Though long ago, we still are so happy to have known Randy, who impressed Mike and I as having such fortitude! What an intelligent, wonderful guy! Our prayers are coming his way in Heaven!…and also your way and your Son’s in the Midwest…at laser speed… from Florida!Lovingly, Tricia and Mike and family
I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna & AndrewJust found out about Randy. Brenda and I extend our deepest sympathy. We thought a lot of Randy – he was a great guy. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Donna,I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you and your family blessings during this difficult time.Sincerely,Stefanie Crupe
Donna, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Donna,I am so sorry to to hear that news of Randy’s passing. Over the years I never met Randy, but I heard your stories and it was clear what a deep love and commitment the two of you shared. Please know I’m thinking of you and your son during this very difficult time. You are such a positive person with an amazing spirit and Randy was very lucky to have you as his life partner.Sincerely,Amy Stringer Hessel
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Randy taught Karen a lot of dialysis when she was the “new nurse” way back in 1982. God Bless
I was so sorry to read of Randy’s death. We worked together at the JCPS Board Office for many years, and I have fond memories of him. He was unfailingly patient and willing to do above and beyond what was asked of him. I don’t remember the occasion, but he did give a testimony about his life one time. He said he was surprised at all the blessings he had been given — especially his wife and son. He was a humble man that I’m sure will be missed by many. My prayers for comfort and strength are with you. Diana Luethje
Donna,I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.Lydia
Donna and Andrew, I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in my prayers.
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences.