Vernon E. Kampmann

Vernon E. Kampmann, 91 of DeSoto, Missouri passed peacefully on February 8, 2023. Vernon was born October 4, 1931 in St. Charles, Missouri. Vernon is preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 50 years, Joan M. Kampmann (nee Hughes), his wife of 4 years, Zelma “Louise” Kampmann (nee Wideman), his brother, Donald Kampmann, and his daughter, Verna Gillmann (nee Kampmann). Vernon is survived by his daughter, Donna Gibson, his seven (7) grandchildren; Lisa Gibson, Paul Gibson, Aaron Gillmann, Candice Mueller (nee Gillmann), Jessica Lyston (nee Gibson), Jonna Gibson, and Justin Meyer, and his nine (9) great grandchildren; Danny, Emmalynn, Riley, Donna, Brayden, Aldo, Vaeda, Haisley, and Kenji. He is survived by his step children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, along with numerous extended family and friends. Vernon enjoyed a wonderful life. Vernon was a Korean War Airforce Veteran of 4 years. He was a retired certified electrician with Chrysler for 28 years. Vernon was a man of God all his life. Vernon had a never-ending love of music – playing, singing, or listening. His favorite genres of music included gospel, bluegrass, and country western. Vernon was a self-taught musician. He learned to play guitar and other instruments, sing, hum and whistle to many classics and to music he wrote. Vernon’s passion was performing bluegrass. He brought so much joy and happiness to those around him when he performed. Vernon was bright, intelligent and creative. He tinkered with many projects, such as radio/television repairs, writing music, and reading. He had a passion for mathematics - loved numbers. He would even do Algebra……for fun. Vernon will be remembered for his kindness, his beautiful voice, and his strong spirit. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation will be held Sunday, February 12, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the Service at 5:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri. Interment will be Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 1:30 p.m., at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, 2900 Sheridan Rd, St. Louis, Missouri. Funeral procession to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery will commence Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. from CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri for family and friends. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.

Vernon E. Kampmann

October 4, 1931 - February 8, 2023