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James Leroy Melkersman, 73, of Boonville passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 at Landmark Hospital of Columbia surrounded by loved ones.

James was born in Boonville, Missouri on January 5,1950, the son of Charles E. Melkersman and Opal M. Phipps Melkersman. James graduated from New Franklin High School and attended College of the Ozarks. James was a hard worker all of his life, from hauling hay as a kid, through his retirement from Interstate Brands Bakery in Boonville. On February 9th, 1974 he married Carol Roedel Kusgen. In his younger years, he enjoyed playing ball, from baseball to fastpitch softball. As an adult he spent his time golfing, gardening, helping Carol with the daycare children, and being surrounded by his family. He also had a passion for woodworking. He created hundreds of projects for his loved ones.

James was preceded in death by his parents and his sister-in-law Sandy Melkersman. He is survived by his wife, Carol, of the home; three daughters, Sue (Dennis) Forbes, Elaine (Jeff) Ditto, Tonya (Dave) Wahl; four sons, Darrell (Rhonda) Kusgen, Mark Kusgen, Scott Kusgen, Chauncey Reynolds; two brothers Charles Melkersman, Robert Melkersman; 5 sisters, Evelyn Melkersman, Carol Melkersman-Campbell, Helen (Jimmy) Shelton, Nancy (Bill) Melkersman Guss, Mary (Jim) Vollmer, 15 grandkids, 30 great-grandkids and two daughters of the heart Jill Reynolds and Annie Hawkins.

A Celebration of Life will be held in James’ memory on Saturday, January 14 at 4:00 pm at the Evangelical United Church of Christ Educational Building, 416 7th St., Boonville Mo. A meal will follow with meat, rolls and drinks provided. If you feel inclined, please bring a side dish or dessert.

Died:
Landmark Hospital

James married Kusgen, Carol Roedel on 9 Feb 1974. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Family/Spouse: Whals, David. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]