Bernard August Schulte

Bernard August Schulte, 86, of Henley, Missouri passed away Friday, March 8, 2019 at his residence in Henley, Missouri.  He was born May 29, 1932 in Henley, Missouri the son of the late Francis B. and Mamie (Kempker) Schulte.  On September 13, 1952 in Mary’s Home, Missouri he was united in marriage to Etta Louise (Bungart) Schulte who survives of the home.

Other survivors include,

Children, Tom Schulte (Paula) of Jefferson City, MO; Jerry Schulte (Debbie) of Henley, MO; Herschel Schulte of Henley, MO; Marietta Rutledge (Roy) of Honey Creek, MO; Sara Kempker (Matthew) of Mary’s Home, MO

Sixteen Grandchildren & Twenty Great Grandchildren

Siblings, Marice Schulte (Pat); Carolyn Rehagen (Jim); Kenneth Schulte; Mike Schulte (Cathy); Rose Oligschlager (Tom); Danny Schulte (Cynda); Sam Schulte (Donna); Lue Ann Hogg (Jerry); Elizabeth Heckemeyer (Ralph)

Sisters-in-law, Wilma Schulte & Betty Schulte

A Grandson, Joseph Schulte, a Great Granddaughter, Grace Farris, two Brothers, Wilfred & Cletus Schulte, and one Sister in law, Joan Schulte preceded him in death.

Bernard served in the United States Army.  He was employed as a journeyman electrician for thirty plus years and a member of IBEW Local 257 and employed with Stokes Electric.  He was a member of the Knights of Columbus #3267 and a 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, the Eagles Aerie #2693, the VFW and was a volunteer fireman for Cole County, MO.  Bernard was an avid fisherman, hunter and farmer.  He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family. 

Visitation will be Monday, March 11, 2019 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church of Mary’s Home, MO with a Prayer Service at 4:00 PM.  Funeral Mass will be Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 10:00 AM also at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church with Rev. Alex Gabriel officiating.  Burial will follow at Our Lady of the Snows Cemetery with Full Military Honors presented.

Memorials in his name are suggested to Our Lady of the Snows Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO.            

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