Harold O. Gaertner

1924 - 2013

Harold O. Gaertner obituary, 1924-2013, Sedalia, MO

BORN

1924

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Ewing-Schutte-Semler Funeral Home - Sedalia, MO

701 South Osage

Sedalia, MO, Missouri

Harold Gaertner Obituary

Harold O. Gaertner, 88, of Sedalia, died Monday, February 4, 2013. He was born May 18, 1924, the son of Alfred and Bertha (Peach) Gaertner. Harold and Helen Edens were united in marriage on October 18, 1950. Helen preceded Harold in death on February 5, 1997.

Harold was proud of his U.S. Army Air Corps service in the South Pacific during World War II. He worked for Missouri-Pacific Railroad until his retirement, and then for Montgomery Wards as a custodian until his second retirement. Throughout his employment, Harold was known to be a hard worker. He shared his belief in a strong work ethic by setting a good example for his children.

Harold was also proud of his family. His grandchildren have many fond and interesting memories of the times they enjoyed with Grandpa. Harold was an avid fisherman and he liked to tell stories, whether they were true or not.

Harold is survived by 2 sons: Jim Gaertner, and his wife, Micki, and David Gaertner; his daughter, Carol Perkins, and her husband, Glenn; 11 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; his sister, Anita Schmoll, and her husband, George, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife Helen and his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his brother, Fred Gaertner.

Funeral services will be at 1:00PM, Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Ewing-Schutte-Semler Funeral Home with Pastor Dan Hankins and Chaplin Bill Douglas officiating. Service Military Honors will be rendered by 40 and 8. Pallbearers will be: Mark DeGraffenreid, Chris Jones, Seth Gaertner, Menachem Gaertner, Glenn Perkins and Paul Bennett. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Gabriel Gaertner, Caleb Gaertner and Abraham Gaertner. Burial will be in Highland Sacred Gardens. Military Honors will be presented by the Pettis County VFW # 2591.

Online condolences may be shared at www.EwingSchutteSemlerFH.com. Harold's family suggests memorial contributions to the Show Me Honors Flight in care of the funeral home.

Published by SedaliaDemocrat.com from Feb. 5 to Feb. 6, 2013.
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Jim & Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cathey Schrader

February 12, 2013

To the Family: I am sorry to hear of your loss. I worked at Wards for a year or so back in the mid 60s and remember Harold. Always willin to drop what he was doing and give a hand if needed. A wonderful man.

Jim Jonson

February 11, 2013

Carol and family: On Behalf of SC71, we offer you our sympathy and prayers in the loss of your father.

Nilda Noland

February 11, 2013

Many fond memories of Harold at Stoney Ridge!

Jenni Ohare

February 10, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

DeLores Janis

February 9, 2013

Jim , sorry to hear of your loss. We will say a prayer for you and your family...

Andy & Betty Carson

February 8, 2013

I am sorry to hear of the passing of Harold, he will be greatly missed. Harold was blessed to live a long life. Psalms 90:10 says that those who live to be 80 and older have "extra strength", Harold had that. May you keep fond memories of him stored up in your hearts as you seek the peace and comfort that only God can give during this time of grief.

Mel Smith

February 8, 2013

Jim, Micki, and family,

You have our sympathy in this time of loss. The Lord bless, comfort and strengthen you. It's been a long time, but we still care for you!

Roy & Irene Dameron

February 7, 2013

Jim,
I am very sorry to hear of your father's passing. I remember meeting him and liking him. Please accept our condolences.
Bob and Candice Milner

Bob Milner

February 7, 2013

Jim, so sorry to hear about your dad, may he rest in peace.

Jerry Dunn

February 6, 2013

Jim: I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your father, May the Lord be with you in this time of sorrow.

Allen Crider

February 6, 2013

Jim I am sorry for your loss. Knowing you
I know you and your family will be alright.

Keith Buescher

February 5, 2013

Jim: You and your family are in my heart, Brother.

Ken Hayes

February 5, 2013

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