Roman Henry Even
February 7, 1937 ~ June 16, 2020
Roman Henry Even, 83, of Jefferson City, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by his family. His battle with acute leukemia and infection put to rest.
He was born February 7, 1937, in Westphalia, Missouri, the son of the late Charles Henry and Angela Johanna (Hagenhoff) Even. His childhood was filled with tradition and German conversation.
He was a 1955 graduate of Fatima High School. Roman played the sousaphone for the high school marching band. His mama was the long-time school secretary there.
Roman served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. His service was at Fort Leonard Wood Military Base, where his duties included transportation for funeral ceremonies, school kids and military dignitaries. There were many stories he could tell after his years there, some appropriate, some not so much.
He was united in marriage on October 20, 1962, in Jefferson City at St. Peter’s Catholic Church to Carolyn Sue Duncan who resides at the home. Roman and Carolyn celebrated 58 faith-filled years together. Carolyn could be known as the thief who took Roman from Westphalia to Jefferson City, though he never lost his roots and connections in his hometown. Roman never regretted his move and was the pillar of his family.
Retiring in February 1999, Roman was manager of Willibrand’s Tire & DX for forty-two years. His days at Willibrand’s ranged from tinkering on engines to changing tractor tires out in a field to helping out whomever came his way. “Lefty” or the “dutchman” was highly regarded and also known for his orneriness.
He was a long-time member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the church Dream Team, Knights of Columbus, Holy Name Society, and the American Legion. Roman was a very faith-driven man, who prayed the rosary daily. Even while fighting leukemia, he sat at the dinner table with his wife and daughter to participate in mass through live streams during the pandemic.
An avid fisherman, Roman enjoyed fishing for crappie in Warsaw, Missouri with good friends Carolyn and Jack Gill. Wood working, grass cutting, bird watching in his back yard, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals were among his favorite past times. He loved nothing better than to reminisce with family and friends about the olden days, bringing such laughter and enjoyment to all around.
Other survivors include three daughters, Kelly Sue Carlson, Fulton; Patricia Christine (Chris) Klenklen, Columbia; and Angela LouCindy Even, Jefferson City; two grandchildren, Stacey Sue (David) Yates, Thornton, Colorado; and Cory Christopher Carlson, Peculiar, Missouri; three great-grandchildren, Jacob Yates, Emylia Yates, and Annie Rey Yates; one sister-in-law Pat Larson, Jefferson City; and many nieces and nephews from coast to coast.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son-in-law, Daniel Carlson, and a brother, Leroy (Dorothy) Even. Leroy and Roman were two peas in a pod, and got into much mischief over the years.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with prayer service at 3:30 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2020, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Donald J. Antweiler officiating. There may be limited capacity at the church due to current safety precautions from the pandemic.
Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
Those wishing to make a memorial donation may do so to Veteran’s Support Foundation (www.vsf-usa.org) or a charity of their choice.
The general public is welcome to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Those attending the Mass will need to wear masks. Disposable masks will be provided by Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home if needed.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born February 7, 1937, in Westphalia, Missouri, the son of the late Charles Henry and Angela Johanna (Hagenhoff) Even. His childhood was filled with tradition and German conversation.
He was a 1955 graduate of Fatima High School. Roman played the sousaphone for the high school marching band. His mama was the long-time school secretary there.
Roman served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. His service was at Fort Leonard Wood Military Base, where his duties included transportation for funeral ceremonies, school kids and military dignitaries. There were many stories he could tell after his years there, some appropriate, some not so much.
He was united in marriage on October 20, 1962, in Jefferson City at St. Peter’s Catholic Church to Carolyn Sue Duncan who resides at the home. Roman and Carolyn celebrated 58 faith-filled years together. Carolyn could be known as the thief who took Roman from Westphalia to Jefferson City, though he never lost his roots and connections in his hometown. Roman never regretted his move and was the pillar of his family.
Retiring in February 1999, Roman was manager of Willibrand’s Tire & DX for forty-two years. His days at Willibrand’s ranged from tinkering on engines to changing tractor tires out in a field to helping out whomever came his way. “Lefty” or the “dutchman” was highly regarded and also known for his orneriness.
He was a long-time member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the church Dream Team, Knights of Columbus, Holy Name Society, and the American Legion. Roman was a very faith-driven man, who prayed the rosary daily. Even while fighting leukemia, he sat at the dinner table with his wife and daughter to participate in mass through live streams during the pandemic.
An avid fisherman, Roman enjoyed fishing for crappie in Warsaw, Missouri with good friends Carolyn and Jack Gill. Wood working, grass cutting, bird watching in his back yard, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals were among his favorite past times. He loved nothing better than to reminisce with family and friends about the olden days, bringing such laughter and enjoyment to all around.
Other survivors include three daughters, Kelly Sue Carlson, Fulton; Patricia Christine (Chris) Klenklen, Columbia; and Angela LouCindy Even, Jefferson City; two grandchildren, Stacey Sue (David) Yates, Thornton, Colorado; and Cory Christopher Carlson, Peculiar, Missouri; three great-grandchildren, Jacob Yates, Emylia Yates, and Annie Rey Yates; one sister-in-law Pat Larson, Jefferson City; and many nieces and nephews from coast to coast.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son-in-law, Daniel Carlson, and a brother, Leroy (Dorothy) Even. Leroy and Roman were two peas in a pod, and got into much mischief over the years.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with prayer service at 3:30 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, June 25, 2020, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Donald J. Antweiler officiating. There may be limited capacity at the church due to current safety precautions from the pandemic.
Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
Those wishing to make a memorial donation may do so to Veteran’s Support Foundation (www.vsf-usa.org) or a charity of their choice.
The general public is welcome to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Those attending the Mass will need to wear masks. Disposable masks will be provided by Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home if needed.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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Roman, I always enjoyed visiting with you at Willibrand’s. Going to miss you, my friend.
I so enjoyed working with Roman and am so sad for your loss. He always had a story to tell. May he Rest In Peace. Cindy and Tim Neuner
Roman was a kind man with a great sense of humor. When he worked at Willibrand’s one week I had 3 flat tires in 3 days with a brand new baby at home, he would come to my house on Bluff Road and fix them with a SMILE. Then he would tell me I knew them nail I put on the road would start working eventually! Will always remember his kindness. May he rest in Peace.
Oh my gosh, that was so my dad. Thanks for sharing your memories. Angie Even
Mr. Even was a fixture at the 5:00 Mass at Immaculate Conception and was an outstanding usher. He was so kind and considerate.
Roman was one of the best! During my time at Immaculate Conception I learned so much from him and all the Dream Team!! What a special group. Prayers to the family!! Matt McGrail
Thanks so much Matt. Dad had such a great time with the Dream Team. Angie Even
Thanks Millie. Dad’s faith was so important to him. Angie Even
Our condolences to the Even family. Mom enjoyed her talks with Roman at JCMG. May their eternal life in Heaven be free of pain and full of smiles. The Knaebel Family
My deepest sympathy Angie to you, your mom and family. This is so hard, but he fought the good fight and finished the race. No more pain . . . . God love you all.
Thanks Kathy, our same to you. Don’t you know they are having grand conversations up there?
So sorry for your loss Carol. Gary and I are sending prayers to you and your family.
I loved visiting with Roman on Tuesday’s when the Dream Team was at achiol. He always had a story to share and never stayed away from giving us trouble. He will be missed by all of us.
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So enjoyed working with Roman on the Dream Team. Our sympathy to the family. Jim and JoAnn Winkelman.
My heart aches for you. Know that my thoughts are with you.
Roman was one of the hardest working men I have known and would give the shirt off his back to help anyone. I first met Roman as a new Trooper working Osage County. Before the new interchange, we worked motor vehicle accidents almost daily at the old east junction (US 50/63). Roman would always assist the Troopers in order to get traffic flowing again. On behalf of all the “old” Troopers who worked Osage County, I would like to thank him for his friendship. Chuck Kramer
Christy, Angie, and the Even family. I am sorry i was not able to express my condolences in person. may the memories of your Dad help ease the pain of his loss. He is resting now at the feet of our Lord.