Dennis Jude Killday, 75, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Truman Memorial Veteran’s Hospital in Columbia, MO. He was born November 6, 1949 in Quincy, Illinois the son of the late Robert and Esther (Witherow) Killday. On November 7, 1992 in Eureka Spring, Arkansas he was united in marriage to Linda Joyce (Gier) Maher Killday who survives the home.
He was previously married to Pamella (York) Killday Schmutzler in 1970.
Dennis grew up in Edina, Missouri, and attended St. Joseph Catholic School and Knox County High School. He proudly served in the United States Army with active duty in Vietnam from 1968-1970, and the Reserves from 1970-1974. Upon returning home, Dennis began working alongside his brothers and family members in utility line work. He later joined Southwestern Bell, where he dedicated 30 years of service before retiring. Even in retirement, Dennis stayed active, continuing utility contract work with his brothers. His work ethic and commitment to his family and community were evident throughout his life. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Dennis was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, papa, and friend and will be missed by many.
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Eugene “Gene” Dale Atkinson, age 79, passed away on September 4, 2024, in Vero Beach, FL. Gene was born on October 2, 1944, in Birmingham, AL. Gene was admitted to the United States Military Academy, Class of 1966. Gene excelled academically and starred on the West Point baseball team. With Gene’s leadership as captain, the team won two Eastern Conference championships. In 1966 he graduated with a Bachelor of Science with grades in the top ten percent of his class. Gene enlisted for immediate duty at the height of the Vietnam War and was awarded a Bronze Star for Outstanding Meritorious Service, as well as the Army Commendation Medal for Heroism for exceptionally courageous actions in the Vietnam Theatre. In 1970 Gene began his post-graduate education at Harvard Business School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and two years later he was a Distinguished Graduate receiving his Master of Business Administration degree. He then began his 27-year career at Goldman Sachs & Company in New York City and was promoted to Vice President of its Tokyo office in 1976. Gene fully embraced the role of global investment banker, relocating his family to Tokyo and becoming fluent in Japanese. By 1979 Gene had become the first Goldman Sachs partner in Asia and head of the Asia/Pacific region, and then served as the President of Goldman Sachs Japan from 1986 to 1988. In 1988 Gene and his family returned to New York City where he served as Chairman of Goldman Sachs International from 1988 until 1990.
Keith Alan Roeder, 76, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2024 in the home that he built. Keith was born November 9, 1947 to Eldon Eugene Roeder and Wanda Joy (Snyder) Roeder of Bremen, IN. Keith graduated from Bremen High School in 1965. He was drafted and honorably served in the United States Army from 1968 to 1970, including a tour of duty with the 70th Engineering Battalion in Vietnam. On August 15, 1969, he was married to Marcia Lee Clauss in Honolulu, Hawaii while on military leave for rest and recuperation. Keith completed a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology from Purdue University in 1972. Keith operated a family farm in Bremen, IN for most of his life. He served on the Marshall County Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. He was a life member of the American Legion and Purdue Alumni Association. Keith enjoyed sports (basketball, football, and auto racing), fishing, and woodworking. Many benefited from his craftsmanship and generosity. Keith placed great value in his family, country, working hard, and most of all his Christian faith. He attended Community Gospel Church of Bremen, IN and Nappanee Missionary Church of Nappanee, IN. Keith was preceded in death by his parents and sister Kathy (Richard) Miller. He is survived by his wife Marcia Roeder and their three sons, Ryan (Lisa) Roeder of Granger, IN, Blayne (Becky) Roeder of Bloomington, IN, and Darryl Roeder of Bremen, IN, and four grandchildren, Zachary and Eliana Roeder of Granger, IN, and David and Gwendolyn Roeder of Bloomington, IN. He is also survived by two sisters, Kris (Bill) Cannon and Kay (Devon) Smith, both of Bremen, IN. 
Herbert Alex Henderson: 79 years old of Ingleside, IL passed away peacefully Sunday July 23, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born July 20, 1944, in Evanston, IL the son of the late Herbert and Veronica (neé Remppis) Henderson, living in Round Lake, IL and Lake Villa, IL before settling in Ingleside in 1980. Herb proudly served in the US Army, HQ Company, 70th Combat Engineer Battalion, during the Vietnam War. Before his retirement in 2001, Herb had worked for over 34 years at NICOR Gas, retiring as Crew Leader. He was a member of the Waukegan Bowmen, the Professional Bowhunters Society, United Bowhunters of IL, Compton Traditional Bowhunters, National Field Archery Association for over 50 years, and a Senior Member of Pope and Young Club. Herb enjoyed: bowhunting, fishing, camping, gardening, being outdoors, and especially being with his children and grandchildren. On March 15, 1980, he married Linda Harder at St. Mark Lutheran Church, Lindenhurst, IL.
Darryl Wertheim, age 76, passed away on July 27, 2023. Survived by his wife Lillian Wertheim (nee Semeniuk), daughters Dana Dolan (Christopher) and Tricia Van Horn (Nathan), four grandchildren Declan, Noelle, Ian, and Ashley, sister Christine Laspesa and brother Scott Wertheim, several cousins, nieces and nephews, and numerous good friends.
Francis “Frank” Zaniboni passed away surrounded by his family on July 2, 2022. Beloved husband of Janice (Sheehan) Zaniboni. Loving father of Leticia Latorelli and her husband Thomas and Josh and his wife Amy. Cherished Papa of Vanessa and Amelia Latorelli and Andrew and Olivia Zaniboni. Brother of Maureen, Brian, Dorothy, William, and Pamela. Pre-deceased by his parents Peter and Dorothy as well as siblings Peter, Barbara, and John. Veteran of the US Army and will be laid to rest at Bourne National Cemetery.
Lewis Joseph Wolfs, 72, of Elgin, Iowa died Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at Maple Crest Manor, Fayette, Iowa. Lewis Joseph Wolfs was born on February 6, 1947 to Leo Joseph and Irene (Nelson) Wolfs. He grew up on the family farm north of West Union, Iowa. He attended country school through 7th grade. At the closure of country school, Lewis attended and graduated from North Fayette High School in 1965. Lewis was a member of the wrestling team while in high school.