David Koetting Obituary
David August Koetting, age 84, of Henley, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri.
He was born September 15, 1942, in Mary’s Home, Missouri, the son of the late Lawrence and Hilda (Rehagen) Koetting. On June 18, 1966, in Meta, Missouri, he was united in marriage to Elvira Ida (Renneke) Koetting, who survives at their home.
In addition to his loving wife, Elvira, David is survived by his children, Mark Koetting of Lake Ozark, Missouri; Paul Koetting (Sandy) of Mary’s Home, MO; Debbie Fair (Rodney) of Eldon, MO; Nancy Kliethermes (Brian) of Eugene, MO; and Gary Koetting (Theresa) of Eugene, MO.
He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Dylan Koetting (Kelsey), Paige Chapman (Brandon), Kristina Wright (Jake), Angie Foster (Jaron), Matthew Fair, Logan Kliethermes, Brianna Kliethermes, Kyle Kliethermes (Ashlyn), Elizabeth Kliethermes, Nicole Wilde (Hunter), and Rachel Koetting; along with nine great-granddaughters.
Other survivors include his brothers, Larry Koetting (Eleanore) and Ronnie Koetting (Carolyn); and sisters-in-law, JoAnn Koetting, Martha Koetting, Janet Koetting, Margaret Koetting, and Carolyn Koetting.
Along with his parents, David was preceded in death by eight siblings: Norma Jean Lepper, Wayne Koetting, Jim Koetting, Alfred Koetting, Bernard Koetting, Tom Koetting (Sophie), Kenny Koetting, and Frank Koetting.
David was a faithful member of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church in Mary’s Home, Missouri. He spent his working years in the construction industry and also took great pride in owning and operating his own farm. He was well known for his gardening skills. He loved his family dearly, sharing his laughter and teasing them relentlessly.
Visitation will be held Monday, November 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church in Mary’s Home, Missouri. A Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Simon Kanyike officiating. Burial will take place at Our Lady of the Snows Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in David’s memory are suggested to Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, Missouri.
