Earl Joseph Lukefahr, 91, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 at Veterans Home in Cape Girardeau.
He was born October 6, 1931 in Perryville, MO to Joseph Daniel and Emma Gertrude (Huber) Lukefahr.
He and Marie Lukefahr were married August 2, 1952 at Sedgewickville Methodist Church.
He served two years in the Army.
He was a farmer. He was a member of Crossroads Methodist Church, Patton Saddle Club, and was a delegate for MFA. He enjoyed hunting and horseback riding.
Survivors include four daughters, Deborah (John) Brewer, Kimberly (Ray) Kiefer, Angela (Chad) Williams, Rebecca (Joe) Besand; nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by parents, wife, two brothers, Clyde Lukefahr, Leroy Lukefahr; four sisters, Etta June French, Edna Rose Conrad, Clara Mae Lukefahr, Ethel Lukefahr.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 and from 8:00 am to 10:00 am on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville.
Funeral Service will be at 10:00 am Thursday, January 5, 2023 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville with Rev. Kevin Barron officiating.
Burial will be at Crossroads United Methodist Cemetery in Bollinger County with Military Honors provided by Delta Team and American Legion Post 133.
Memorial contributions may be given to Crossroads Methodist Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.