Edward Elmer Lichtenegger, 86, of Altenburg, Missouri died Sunday, November 8, 2026 at his residence.
He was born May 15, 1940 in Altenburg, MO to Elmer and Edna (Schlichting) Lichtenegger.
He and Carmelita “Rita” Hoehne were married on May 19, 1965 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Frohna, MO.
Edward was a dedicated father and very hard worker.
He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Altenburg, serving in various church offices.
Survivors include daughter, Laura Kester of Jackson, MO; three sons, David & Deborah Lichtenegger of Frohna, MO, Daniel & Sarah Lichtenegger of Marquand, MO, Andrew & Cara Lichtenegger of Altenburg, MO; twelve grandchildren, Ethan Kester, Monica (Blake) Moore, Nathan Lichtenegger, Adam Lichtenegger, Abby Lichtenegger, Amalia Lichtenegger, Rachel Lichtenegger, Linna Lichtenegger, Ryan Lichtenegger, Samuel Lichtenegger, Elissa Lichtenegger, Megan Lichtenegger; two great-grandchildren, Ali Moore, Gannon Moore; step-great-grandchild, Audrey Moore.
He was preceded in death by parents and wife; two sisters, Caroline (Emil) A. Lohmann, Lorraine (Vernon) Roth.
Visitation will be 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Altenburg.
Funeral Service will be at 10:00 am Thursday, November 12, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Altenburg with the Rev. Charles Johnson officiating.
Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.