Theon Enderle

Theon Leo Enderle, age 85, of Sikeston passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis surrounded by his loving family.

Born on May 21, 1938, in Chaffee, Theon was the cherished son of Edward and Hilda (Schaefer) Enderle.  He spent his formative years in Kelso where he attended school and developed a strong work ethic helping with the family farm.

In 1962, Theon embarked on a lifelong journey with his beloved wife, Carol (Hand) Enderle.  Together, they settled in Scott City and established Scott City Meat Processing, a business they operated for over 30 years.  His dedication and passion for his work endeared him to the community, leaving a lasting impact on all those he served.

Theon and Carol were blessed with two children, Jeff and Kristi, whom they raised with love and devotion.  Though Theon and Carol later parted ways after 38 years of marriage, they remained close friends, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to their family and shared values.

In 1999, Theon began a new chapter in South Florida, where he spent 15 wonderful years.  There, he cultivated deep friendships where he enjoyed dancing, gardening, and walking outdoors. Family ties eventually drew him back to Missouri in 2014, where he settled in Sikeston, reconnecting with his roots and community.

Faith played a central role in Theon’s life, and he was a devoted member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Kelso for over 60 years, and later attended St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sikeston.

Theon’s love for his family was boundless, and he found immense joy in spending time with his grandchildren.  Theon was a wonderful father, grandfather, and friend to many.  He will be deeply missed by his family and forever held in their hearts.

Theon is survived by two children, Jeff Enderle and wife Stacy of Frico, TX and Kristi Stearns and husband Greg of Castle Rock, CO; four grandchildren: Victoria and Sophia Enderle and Ava and Mia Stearns; a sister, Wilma (Enderle) Jones of Cape Girardeau; a brother, Leon Enderle of Kelso; two nephews: Bill Jones of Gordonville and Don Jones of Cape Girardeau; a niece Rhonda Jones of Jackson; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Hilda Enderle, and his nephew, Robert Jones.

Funeral services will be held at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Kelso at 10:00 am on Wednesday, March 20th, followed by burial in St. Augustine Cemetery.