Elmer Pergande Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Elmer was born and raised in Iowa and began his military career at age seventeen. He served in the United States Air Force for twenty years which included service in the Vietnam War. He was a very proud veteran.
On December 31, 1951, Elmer was united in marriage to Helen Trexel. They were married sixty-six years before she passed away on September 16, 2018.
Following his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Elmer and Helen moved to Hartville, Missouri where they purchased a farm and began cattle farming. In addition to farming, he owned a trucking business. About thirty years ago, they relocated to Lebanon, Missouri. After moving to Lebanon, Elmer was employed with Agri Services of Lebanon.
Elmer was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Helen; his daughter, Marjorie Helen Pergande; his brothers, Ernest, Lewis and John and his sister, Helen McClellan.
He is survived by his daughters, Sheryl Pergande of Lebanon, Missouri and Teresa Pergande of Mountain Grove, Missouri; two grandchildren, Christine and Gary; and four great-grandchildren, Felicia, Evan, Anthony and August; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Elmer enjoyed gardening and watching television. Most important to him was his family. He loved his family very much and they were very important to him. He was generous to his family and always gave of himself.
Elmer will leave a legacy of hard work and determination. His loss will certainly leave a great void in the family, but the memories he made with them will be cherished for years to come.
A Memorial Graveside Service will be held Friday, May 10 at 2 p.m. at Mount Rose Chapel Mausoleum.
A memorial has been established to The Hughes Senior Center and donations may be left at the funeral home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
320 S Adams Ave, Lebanon, MO 65536
Make a Donation
in Elmer Pergande's name
People and places connected with Elmer
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Elmer's loved ones
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
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
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 moreWays to honor Elmer Pergande's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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
