Wilfrid Edward Bernskoetter
January 20, 1929 ~ June 10, 2019
Wilfrid Edward Bernskoetter, 90, of Jefferson City, passed away Monday, June 10, 2019, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born January 20, 1929, in Taos, Missouri, the son of the late Leo and Elenora (Rackers) Bernskoetter.
Wilfrid served his country in the United States Army from 1951-1953.
He was united in marriage on September 1, 1956, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Jefferson City to Betty Jean Wolters who survives at the home.
Wilfrid worked for Eno Wolters Plumbing for 15 years. In 1969, he started his own company, Wilfrid Bernskoetter Plumbing, which he operated until 2016.
Wilfrid was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was a life member of DAV Chapter 17 and served as past Chapter President. He was a member of the American Legion Post 5 and a past member of Eagles Aerie 2693, Missouri River Valley Steam Engine Association, board member of the Missouri Association of Plumbing and Heating/Cooling Contractors and served on the Jefferson City Plumbing Board.
He enjoyed spending time on the river, gardening, BBQing and going to the casino. He was grateful he was able to participate in Honor Flight. His greatest love was his wife of 62 years and his family.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; ten children, Ron (Amy) Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Cathy (Ray) Thompson, Chapin, SC; Mike (Velma) Bernskoetter, Wardsville; Steven (Linda) Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Carol (Rick) Harris, Wardsville; Gary Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Diana Bernskoetter (Duane Harris), Jefferson City; Greg (Janell) Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Julie (Rick) Prather, Jefferson City; Sarah (Jacob) Jones, Jefferson City; 19 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one brother, Don (Georgene) Bernskoetter, Taos; and three in-laws, Emily (Vern) Scheulen, Jefferson City; Don (Cathy) Wolters, Jefferson City; and Ken (Alice) Wolters, Holts Summit.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Lucy Ann (Dale) Hudspeth and Lorine (Bobby) Kempker.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with a prayer service at 3:15 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Rev. Joshua Duncan officiating.
Burial with military honors will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Central Missouri Honor Flight, or to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born January 20, 1929, in Taos, Missouri, the son of the late Leo and Elenora (Rackers) Bernskoetter.
Wilfrid served his country in the United States Army from 1951-1953.
He was united in marriage on September 1, 1956, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Jefferson City to Betty Jean Wolters who survives at the home.
Wilfrid worked for Eno Wolters Plumbing for 15 years. In 1969, he started his own company, Wilfrid Bernskoetter Plumbing, which he operated until 2016.
Wilfrid was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was a life member of DAV Chapter 17 and served as past Chapter President. He was a member of the American Legion Post 5 and a past member of Eagles Aerie 2693, Missouri River Valley Steam Engine Association, board member of the Missouri Association of Plumbing and Heating/Cooling Contractors and served on the Jefferson City Plumbing Board.
He enjoyed spending time on the river, gardening, BBQing and going to the casino. He was grateful he was able to participate in Honor Flight. His greatest love was his wife of 62 years and his family.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; ten children, Ron (Amy) Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Cathy (Ray) Thompson, Chapin, SC; Mike (Velma) Bernskoetter, Wardsville; Steven (Linda) Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Carol (Rick) Harris, Wardsville; Gary Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Diana Bernskoetter (Duane Harris), Jefferson City; Greg (Janell) Bernskoetter, Jefferson City; Julie (Rick) Prather, Jefferson City; Sarah (Jacob) Jones, Jefferson City; 19 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one brother, Don (Georgene) Bernskoetter, Taos; and three in-laws, Emily (Vern) Scheulen, Jefferson City; Don (Cathy) Wolters, Jefferson City; and Ken (Alice) Wolters, Holts Summit.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Lucy Ann (Dale) Hudspeth and Lorine (Bobby) Kempker.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with a prayer service at 3:15 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Rev. Joshua Duncan officiating.
Burial with military honors will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Central Missouri Honor Flight, or to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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Wilfred and Betty have always been like a second mom and dad to me. Loved having them as neighbors growing up. Wilfred was a hard working man that did a lot for his family! Going to miss him!!
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Betty and loved ones, I am so sorry for your loss. Wilfred was so generous to Stella, me, and likely everyone that knew him. Prayers for comfort and peace. He has left a great legacy.
Julie, I’m so sorry to hear of your Father’s passing. Please know that I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie, Sarah, and Diana, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Arlene and Pat
Betty and family. So sorry for your loss. I share your feelings. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty and family, Don and your loved ones, so sorry for your loss. Praying you will be comforted with precious memories of his beautiful life.
Betty and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family and we are so sorry for your loss. Wilfrid was a wonderful man. We always appreciated his hard work and dedication to his family. Treasure a l the wonderful memories. Dennis & Charlene Noring
The Bernskoetter Family, thoughts and prayers to your entire family on the loss of Wilfrid. Mitch Distler & family
Gary and Family, Just heard the news about your father Wilfred. My parents knew him and spoke very highly of him. I know he raised some wonderful children. Please know my thoughts and prayers will be with you and the entire family during this sad and difficult time.