Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Paul Funeral Home, Inc. - St. Charles

240 N. Kingshighway St.

Saint Charles, Missouri

Kenneth Shrum Obituary

Kenneth "Kenny" Shrum passed away on January 16, 2019 at the age of 91. He was the dear husband of Betty Meyerpeter-Shrum and the late Margie Fitts-Shrum. Father of Dennis(Linda) Shrum, Karen(Richard) Goeke and Donna Shrum. Step-father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. Ken was a World War II veteran. Ken was a life-time member of the Allied Auto Racing Association; Officer, a driver and stock car champion, a retired Officer of the St. Charles County Sheriff Department, and a Captain of the St. Charles Rescue Squad. Ken served on the Lincoln County Central Committee, was a member of the Lincoln County Democrat Club, and a member of the St. Louis Auto Racing Fan Club. Ken was friends of the Emmaus and a volunteer at the Washington University Memory & Aging Study.
A memorial service is planned for Sunday January 27th at Paul's Funeral Home, 240 N. Kingshighway, St. Charles, MO 63301.
Gathering will be held at 11:00 am and Service will be at 1:00 pm
Memorials may be made to your favorite charity.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lincoln County Newspaper Group from Jan. 18 to Jan. 28, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Shrum

Sponsored by Paul Funeral Home, Inc. - St. Charles.

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

Dave Stuart

January 12, 2023

Good memories to a good man who led a full life.

Stephanie Smith

January 21, 2019

Betty: I'm so very sorry for your loss of Ken. I noticed how highly you spoke of him and what a formidable person he truly was and accomplished man. I can't imagine how it is for you right now but my prayers and heart are feeling for you right now. May God comfort you through this most difficult of all losses.
-Ameracuts-

David Stuart

January 21, 2019

I only knew you for a short time but i enjoyed our visits.

Pam Shrum Goslik

January 20, 2019

Uncle Kenny, I have always loved you like a father. I will miss you so much. RIP

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in Kenneth Shrum's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Kenneth Shrum

Jan

27

Memorial Gathering

11:00 a.m.

Paul Funeral Home, Inc. - St. Charles

240 N. Kingshighway St., Saint Charles, MO 63301

Jan

27

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Paul Funeral Home, Inc. - St. Charles

240 N. Kingshighway St., Saint Charles, MO 63301

Funeral services provided by:

Paul Funeral Home, Inc. - St. Charles

240 N. Kingshighway St., Saint Charles, MO 63301

How to support Kenneth's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Kenneth Shrum's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more